A 32-year-old client arrives at the clinic visibly anxious. They explain that they just came from a job interview that was unexpectedly intense and ran longer than expected. They mention they haven’t eaten all day and feel a bit shaky. You greet them and begin checking vital signs. After taking their temperature, you find their heart rate is 108 bpm. Which response is most appropriate in this situation?

You are trying to determine which blood pressure cuff to use on Celeste. How do you know the size you chose is correct?

Maureen, a 51 year old female arrives at your Community Health Clinic for her 0800 blood glucose screening appointment. She confirms that she has fasted for 12 hours. You check her history and note that she has a Type 2 diabetes diagnosis since 2009. According to her previous labs, her diabetes has been well controlled.  The result of her test on the glucometer today was 180mg/dL.  She asks you, “I realize this is a little higher than my normal reading. Do you think I should adjust my Metformin, maybe take an extra 1/2 tab daily”?  Your response:

You are working a community health fair at the blood glucose testing station.  James sits down for testing and states that he has been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes but doesn’t check his blood sugars regularly.  He says he feels fine but needs an eye exam because he’s had vision issues over the past.  What complication might you suspect?

Susan just finished her screening process and asks, “My BMI is 28.7—what does that score mean?” Which of the following is the most appropriate response?

“May we talk about your struggle to manage your weight”?  Is an example of ________________________.

Select all conditions that may interfere with accurate Sp02 readings.

Which scenario best demonstrates HIPAA compliance?

Please write your essay response to your selected question here.   Note clearly which question you are responding to in your essay.

A 30-year-old hockey player presents to the ED are getting hit with a high velocity puck in his mid-sternum. Radiography clearly shows a sternal fracture. Which of the following would be the best next step for this patient?