AMLS PRE-TEST (ALS) - STUDY 2 Of 2 3E Version 1NV 2023 Latest Update

AMLS PRE-TEST (ALS) - STUDY 2 Of 2 3E Version 1NV 2023 Latest Update An elderly patient in an assisted-living facility presents with a diminished level of consciousness and elevated white blood count. Assessment reveals pale, clammy skin and a urinary catheter with dark-colored urine. Vital signs are P 132, R 38 and shallow, BP 78/46, SpO2 91%, and T 100.8°F (32.8°C). What classification of shock is the patient most likely experiencing? - CORRECT ANS -Distributive An anxious male complains of a sore throat, fever, chills, dental pain, and dyspnea. The patient has a firm, red pronounced swelling in the sublingual anterior throat area and tongue. What diagnosis is most likely? - CORRECT ANS -Ludwig's angina Healthcare providers should use extreme caution with nitroglycerin when ST elevation is present in which ECG leads? - CORRECT ANS -II, III, aVF An autoimmune disease that produces antibodies that mimic the role of TSH and cause an increase in thyroid hormones is: - CORRECT ANS -Graves' disease A patient presents with mildly decreased mental status, slow respirations, bradycardia, hypotension, and has a blood glucose level of 42 mg/dL (2.3 mmol/L). This is most likely caused from excessive ingestion of: - CORRECT ANS -Beta blockers The patient presents with a history of headache, weight loss, chest discomfort, night sweats, and a persistent cough for several weeks. Which infectious disease is most likely occurring? - CORRECT ANS -Tuberculosis