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Cascade iatrogenesis - Answer a spiraling unintended decline of health from a series of severe effects caused by medical intervention Examples of cascade iatrogenesis - Answer pressure ulcers medication errors delirium falls physical restraint use hospital mortality hospital length of stay hospital readmissions How is frailty defined in the older adult? - Answer 3 or more symptoms: -unintended weight loss -consistent exhaustion -weak grip strength -slow walking speed -low...

1. Question: Which of the following receptors below would likely result in extra-pyramidal symptoms, tardive dyskinesia, and hyper pro lactinemia? 2. Question: Which statement is TRUE regarding the use of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI)/serotonin- norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRI) in patients with Generalized Anxiety Disorder? 3. Question: Patient is a 72-year-old male with a past medical history significant for atrial fibrillation and COPD with a new diagnosis of majo...

PMHNP Pocket Prep #3: Advanced Pharmacology and Psychopharmacology Qs&As serious long-term consequence of thioridazine - ANS-retinal pigmentation in >1000mg doses which can persist and lead to blindness recommended length of treatment for first episode of MDD - ANS-8-12 months Lithium effects of ECG - ANS-can cause T-wave flattening (inversion), rarely clinically significant Drugs that can induce depression - ANS-Betablockers; Benzos; Steroids; Progesterone; Interferon; Isotretion (Ac...

Test Bank For Advanced Practice Nursing in the Care of Older Adults Third Edition by Evelyn G. Kennedy-Malone Duffy | All Chapters Included | Latest Complete Guide A+. Chapter 1. Changes With Aging Multiple Choice Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question. 1. The major impact of the physiological changes that occur with aging is: A. Reduced physiological reserve B. Reduced homeostatic mechanisms C. Impaired immunological response D. All of the above ...

A 52-year-old man presents with a 6-month history of heartburn and atypical chest pain, both unrelated to food. He also described "gurgling" sounds in his chest. A month before presentation he developed intermittent dysphagia to both solids and liquids, regurgitation, and weight loss of 3 kg. - Ans Esophageal Achalasia A 42-year-old woman has heartburn after meals and a sour taste in her mouth. For the past 4 to 6 months she has had symptoms several times per week. Symptoms are worse whe...

NAMS MENOPAUSE OBGYN PAEA COMPLETE SOLUTION RATED A+ 1. What gene is associated with Ovarian Neoplasms? - P53 gene - CA 125 tumor marker 2. What is the first presenting symptom of cervical carcinoma? - Post coital bleeding/spotting 3. What is the proper clinical intervention for cervical carcinoma? - Diagnosis: colposcopy w/ bx. - Screening: Pap smear w/ cytology - CIN I--> repeat cytology q6mo x 2 or repeat HPV testing in 1 year - CIN II/III--> treat with surgical e...

Test Bank For Advanced Practice Nursing in the Care of Older Adults Third Edition by Evelyn G. Kennedy-Malone Duffy | All Chapters Included | Latest Complete Guide A+. Chapter 1. Changes With Aging Multiple Choice Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question. 1. The major impact of the physiological changes that occur with aging is: A. Reduced physiological reserve B. Reduced homeostatic mechanisms C. Impaired immunological response D. All of the above ...

Increased risk of thyroid disorder is found in what individuals Elderly Hypothyroidism most often develops as a result of Autoimmune thyroiditis Previous Play Next Rewind 10 seconds Move forward 10 seconds Unmute 0:03 / 0:15 Full screen Brainpower Read More Which medication is a helpful treatment option for relief of tremor and tachycardia with untreated hyperthyroidism Propranolol A fixed painless thyroid mass accompanied by hoarseness and dysphagia should ...

LMSW EXAM | QUESTIONS & 100% CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED) | LATEST UPDATE | GRADEA+ DSM: Development of diagnosis Correct Answer: hypothesis (diagnostic formulation); Gather information and make assessment (723.1) Diagnostic Formulation considerations: Correct Answer: 1. onset of issue 2. chronic/episodic 3. Family history 4. Use Multiple Sources (client, collateral) 5. context of information (e.g., currently in crisis?) 6. Use clinician observation and client reports (723.1) As...

An 18-year-old college student is seen in the emergency room, claiming she was raped by a 29-year-old janitor in her dorm four hours ago. He threatened her with a knife and she did not resist. She appears calm and has a flattened affect when the history is taken. Currently, she is sexually active with a fellow student and is taking birth control pills. The alleged attacker used a condom, which she helped him put on. The student is 5 feet 2 inches tall and weighs 110 pounds. She is a cheerlea...