An African-American patient who is obese, but no other co-mo…
An African-American patient who is obese, but no other co-morbid conditions, has persistent blood pressure readings greater than 150/95 mm Hg despite treatment with a thiazide diuretic. The primary care NP should consider prescribing a(n):
Read DetailsKate is a 16-year-old patient who reports feeling hopeless a…
Kate is a 16-year-old patient who reports feeling hopeless and sad. Kate’s parent reports increased aggression and a decline in school performance. After a thorough history and physical exam the NP should consider prescribing:
Read DetailsMark, a 59 year old male was diagnosed with exertional angin…
Mark, a 59 year old male was diagnosed with exertional angina and has a prescription for nitroglycerin 0.4 mg. sublingual every 5 minutes up to three doses with anginal episodes. The NP counsels Mark to do the following if his chest begins to hurt with exercise or emotional stress:
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