An 85-year-old patient comments during his annual physical examination that he seems to be getting shorter with age. Which of the following statements by the nurse is most accurate about aging?

The nurse is assessing a patient for constipation. Which of the following criteria is correct for constipation?

Your athlete has a grade III hamstring strain. You assess that he needs 3000 calories, but he is only eating 2200. He eats fast food often, drinks about 50 ounces of water daily, and doesn’t like to eat vegetables. What is the TOP PRIORITY to heal at the optimal rate?

Which of the following methods is recommended for replacing a contaminated glove?

Collagen and copper are two nutrients that may help prevent injury during times of joint laxity in females. How many days into the menstrual cycle are estrogen levels highest and joint laxity more of a concern?

I understand that I may not leave the testing area once I have started an exam.

All of the following are good sources of iron for a plant-based athlete EXCEPT…

I understand that to ensure exam integrity, I will be recorded while taking the exam and my instructor may review the recording. 

What should a CST do if they notice a break in the sterile technique during surgery?

List 2 types of foods/beverages that are anti-inflammatory.