What is one important job of carbohydrates in the cell?

Give two examples of eukaryotic microbes.  Give their genus and species names.

A 68-year-old male with heart failure takes furosemide daily. He presents with muscle weakness and intermittent palpitations. Laboratory studies reveal a potassium level of 2.5 mEq/L. Which electrolyte abnormality is present?

A 72-year-old male presents with progressive shortness of breath, fatigue, and bilateral lower extremity edema. He reports needing three pillows to sleep comfortably at night. Which diagnosis is most likely?

A patient with chronic kidney disease presents with weakness and palpitations. Laboratory studies reveal a potassium level of 6.4 mEq/L. Which electrolyte abnormality is present?

A 68-year-old male with a history of smoking, diabetes, and hypertension reports calf pain that occurs when walking approximately two blocks and resolves with rest. Which diagnosis is most likely?

A nurse practitioner is educating a patient about abdominal aortic aneurysms. Which statement best describes an abdominal aortic aneurysm?

A 58-year-old male presents to the emergency department with acute substernal chest pressure radiating to his left arm. His symptoms began 45 minutes ago and are associated with diaphoresis and nausea. The nurse practitioner suspects acute coronary syndrome (ACS) and recognizes that timely diagnosis is critical to optimize patient outcomes. Which of the following is the most appropriate initial diagnostic test to obtain when evaluating this patient for ACS?

A nurse practitioner is educating a patient about heart failure. Which statement best describes heart failure?

A 43-year-old patient presents to the clinic reporting several acute symptoms that raise concern for myocardial ischemia. The nurse practitioner recognizes that acute myocardial infarction may present with both classic and atypical manifestations. Which of the following symptoms are commonly associated with acute myocardial infarction and warrant immediate cardiovascular evaluation? Select all that apply.