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An increase in the H+ ion concentration [H+] of the blood wh…

An increase in the H+ ion concentration [H+] of the blood while the arterial PaCO2 is normal best describes which of the following?

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An ABG result shows the pH to be 7.56 and the HCO3– to be 38…

An ABG result shows the pH to be 7.56 and the HCO3– to be 38 mEq/L. Which of the following is the most likely the primarily disorder?

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Match the 12 pairs of cranial nerves.

Match the 12 pairs of cranial nerves.

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Acute epididymitis in males 14 to 35 years of age is most fr…

Acute epididymitis in males 14 to 35 years of age is most frequently caused by:

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You are caring for an intubated and sedated patient in the I…

You are caring for an intubated and sedated patient in the ICU who normally takes 100 mcg of Synthroid at home for a history of hypothyroidism. You notice that her thyroid replacement has not been ordered. Which of the following intravenous (IV) doses of L-thyroxine would be most appropriate to order?

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You are caring for a patient with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA…

You are caring for a patient with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) who is on an intravenous (IV) insulin drip. At which point do you transition the patient to subcutaneous (SC) insulin?

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A 52-year-old woman presents with amenorrhea and weight gain…

A 52-year-old woman presents with amenorrhea and weight gain (particularly around her abdomen and upper back). Physical exam reveals dark red striae on her abdomen, scattered ecchymoses over her forearms, and thick dark hair on her face. Her blood pressure is 170/88 mmHg. Based on her symptoms and physical exam, what is the most likely diagnosis?

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Which of the following abnormalities is most likely in a pat…

Which of the following abnormalities is most likely in a patient with lung cancer and SIADH?  

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You are the AGACNP in the surgical ICU caring for a male pat…

You are the AGACNP in the surgical ICU caring for a male patient who underwent emergent repair of a ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm over 3 weeks ago. He has had a prolonged and complicated postoperative course, including respiratory failure and delirium. The delirium workup included a urine culture, which was positive for Escherichia coli and treated with a 10-day course of trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole. The antibiotic course finished 3 days ago. He is now extubated, mentally clear, and making slow but forward progress. You are called by the bedside RN to evaluate a new rash. There is a diffuse erythematous maculopapular rash over his upper anterior chest. His arms, stomach, back, and legs are unaffected. He reports a raw burning sensation over the affected area. You note separation of the skin when applying lateral traction. What is the most likely diagnosis?     

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A 62-year-old male presents with a low thyroid stimulating h…

A 62-year-old male presents with a low thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) and elevated T4. Which of the following physical exam findings would you not expect to see?

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