A 74-year-old patient presents to your practice complaining…
A 74-year-old patient presents to your practice complaining of symptoms of memory loss; however, when you conduct a Mini-Mental Status Examination (MMSE), the result is within the normal range. This patient completed a 7th-grade education and has a history of major depression. What is the provider’s best next step?
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A nurse practitioner is evaluating a 55-year-old patient who presents with shortness of breath, fatigue, and a new-onset heart murmur. Further assessment reveals symptoms consistent with valvular disease. What is the most appropriate initial action for the nurse practitioner to take?
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