Tim is a 48-year-old farmer who presents with a 5 day histor…
Tim is a 48-year-old farmer who presents with a 5 day history of fever, chills, and headache, as well as a rash to his entire body. He thought he had the flu, but when his rash has continued to worsen, his wife insisted he must be seen. He tells you he has no recent travel and did not receive his flu shot last fall. The rash initially was just on his wrists and ankles but now has moved inward and covers his trunk. He feels horrible but tells you he has “no time to be sick, I’ve got to get my soybeans out and I don’t have time for this garbage”. What is the best plan of care for you to offer to Tim?
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Diane is a 21-year-old with complaints of abdominal pain. She is moving very carefully and slowly, making no unnecessary movements. When you inquire where her abdominal hurts, she points directly to the right lower quadrant with her index finger. Diane’s abdominal pain can best be described as one of:
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Laksmi is a 28-year-old woman who presents with complaints of severe nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. In addition to the extreme symptoms, she has also noticed that her eyes appear yellow. She recently returned from a trip to Mexico where she ate raw oysters. You suspect hepatitis A. What is your best plan of care. Select all that apply.
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