Differential Diagnosis for Physical Therapists Section II Part 1 Exam with Q and A

Differential Diagnosis for Physical Therapists Section II Part 1 Exam with Q and A If rapid onset of anemia occurs after major surgery, which of the following symptom patterns might develop? a. Continuous oozing of blood from the surgical site b. Exertional dyspnea and fatigue with increased heart rate c. Decreased heart rate d. No obvious symptoms would be seen ANSWER B Chronic GI blood loss sometimes associated with use of NSAIDs can result in which of the following problems? a. Increased incidence of joint inflammation b. Iron deficiency c. Decreased heart rate and bleeding d. Weight loss, fever, and loss of appetite ANSWER B Preoperatively, clients cannot take aspirin or anti-inflammatory medications because these: a. Decrease leukocytes b. Increase leukocytes c. Decrease platelets