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what substance is a synthetic catecholamine - dobutamine what occurrence is an effect of beta-1 adrenergic receptor stimulation - increased renin secretion which body parts are regulated by the ANS - smooth muscles and glands -eyes -heart -urinary bladder -respiratory system -GI tract stimulation of what receptor will cause increased heart rate - Beta 1 drugs that stimulate the PNS - cholinergic agonists (by mimicking ACH) complications of anticholinergic drugs - dry mouth, tachycardia...

How do antigout medications work? - by inhibiting the infiltration and phagocytosis of leukocytes, thus decreasing the breakdown of uric acid to urate crystals. Deposition of urate crystals causes - pain and inflammation What is Colchicine - anti-gout medication how does Colchicine work? - Works by inhibiting inflammation, reducing pain and swelling common side effects of Colchicine - GI problems (diarrhea) use with caution in elderly Also can cause blood dyscrasias & abdominal pain pa...

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Sarah Michelle FNP Practice Test QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Already GRADED A-1. 1. Question A 65 year old female patient presents today to the clinic with worsening back pain over the last week. She appears to be sweating and states that she is profusely dizzy. Which of the following findings on her urinalysis would indicate the most immediate need for referral to the emergency department ? o Red blood cell (RBC) casts, as they are indicative of possible cytomegalovirus o White blood cell (WBC) ca...

APEA 3p Final Exam Questions and Answers CORRECT 100% GUARANTEED A+ PASS 1. Symptoms of depression are a side effect of which neurotransmitter medication? A- Dopamine B- Gabapentin C- Mu D- Cortisol 2. Which of the following is considered a synovial joint? A- -Vertebral bodies of the spine B- - Skull C- -Shoulder D- - Pubic symphysis of the pelvis 3. The most common sign associated with substance abuse in an adolescent is: A- - Poor school performance B- - Change in sleep...

Health assessment HESI Exam Test Bank 2023 Guaranteed A+ Actual Questions and Answers, Complete 100% 1. Evaluate bladder: Answer: Palpate, Bladder scan, urine collection 2. Gout: Answer: Involves first metatarsal phalangeal joint; redness, swelling, heat & extreme tenderness; metabolic disorder of disturbed purine; elevated serum uric acid 3. Interventions for gout: Answer: Low purine diet; avoid foods such as organ meats, wines & aged cheese; encourage a high fluid intake; avo...

The nurse is preparing for a home visit to a patient after surgery for a compound fracture. Which specific care does the nurse anticipate for this patient? - Changing wound dressings A patient experiences a fracture of the lower leg and undergoes a closed reduction and placement of a fiberglass cast. The patient is 65 years old and has a medical 30-year history of diabetes mellitus. Which condition does the nurse recognize as a possible complication for this patient? - Delay or absence of h...

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ABFM ITE 2023/2024 Actual Exam 200Questions and Answers With Rationales Graded A+. -A 42-year-old Asian male presents for follow-up of elevated blood pressure. He has no additional chronic medical problems and is otherwise asymptomatic. An examination is significant for a blood pressure of 162/95 mm Hg but is otherwise unremarkable. Laboratory Findings Sodium 138 mEq/L (N 135-145) Potassium 3.9 mEq/L (N 3.5-5.5) Fastingglucose 86mg/dLBUN 14 mg/dL (N 10-20) Creatinine 0.6mg/dL(N0.6-1.3) Uri...