A patient reports chronic nasal obstruction and difficulty d…
A patient reports chronic nasal obstruction and difficulty distinguishing smells. The provider examines the nares with a nasal speculum and observes several grapelike lesions in both nostrils. What is the likely cause of this patient’s symptoms?
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A patient diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma reports experiencing a dull, aching pain in the anterior thoracic region for several weeks, along with difficulty walking. The provider notes an ataxic gait. What is the immediate treatment for this condition?
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What is the recommended initial course of action when a patient presents with symptoms of ear pain (otalgia) and hearing difficulty in one ear, and upon performing an otoscopic exam, the provider observes a dark brown mass obstructing the lower portion of the external canal and blocking the patient’s tympanic membrane?
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A young adult has been bitten by a dog resulting in several puncture wounds near the thumb of one hand. On examination the patient has full range of motion of all digits and the bleeding has stopped. What understanding regarding dog bites should direct the care of this patient?
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