Released stress-induced cortisol results in the stimulation of gluconeogenesis by affecting which structure?

Which of the following blood test results suggests a worse prognosis in heart failure?

During the history and physical examination of a patient with suspected early heart failure, which is the most prominent finding?

What is a communicating hydrocephalus caused by an impairment of?

A patient in the Emergency department is suspected of having a myocardial infarction. The initial cardiac troponin 1 level was negative. What action by the healthcare professional is best?

Which endogenous opioid is located in the hypothalamus and pituitary and is a strong µ-receptor agonist?

In evaluating the effectiveness of cardiopulmonary resuscitation on the adult patient, what would the nurse practitioner note?

What are the cardiovascular risk factors predisposing females to cardiovascular disease?

Which of the following is the primary cellular target affected by lead, leading to cell damage?

A 60-year-old patient presents with new-onset seizures and his wife reports “he’s just been different from himself” for the last two weeks. The patient is stable and sitting comfortably in the exam room. As the patient moves to the exam table you note slight ataxia. On neurologic assessment, he has a diminished pupillary response on the right. What imaging modality will you recommend?