Master Medicine with Fun Quizzes & Brain Teasers!

Disorders of the Salivary Gland: What are the most common pathologies causing granulomatous inflammation of the major salivary glands?
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Disorders of the Salivary Gland: What pathology is characterized by recurrent episodes of nonobstructive, nonsuppurative unilateral (60%) or bilateral (40%) parotid inflammation in a 5 year old boy?
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Disorders of the Salivary Gland: What bacteria are associated with nontuberculous mycobacterial infections of the salivary glands?
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Disorders of the Salivary Gland: What are the medical treatment options for sialorrhea?
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Disorders of the Salivary Gland: What are the surgical treatment options for sialorrhea?
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What could be potential laboratory findings in a patient who is on anticoagulant therapy and has a prolonged INR (International Normalized Ratio) and PPT (Partial Thromboplastin Time), but a normal aPTT (Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time)?
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What could be potential symptoms and inheritance pattern in a person with prolonged bleeding, heavy periods, and a 50% inheritance rate?
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What are the potential clinical findings in a patient with generalized lymphadenopathy, smudge cells seen on blood smear, and a decreased number of immunoglobulins?
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during a myelogram performed with the patient prone, why is a positioning block (bolster) placed under the abdomen for the lumbar puncture? a. to force the contrast media toward the head b. to widen the interspinous spaces c. for patient comfort d. to prevent reflux of contrast media back into the syringe
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What are the potential risks and complications associated with using umbilical cord blood as a source of donor cells for transplantation, including the risk of donor cell attack on recipient cells and the potential need for blood transfusions after the procedure?
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a 16-year-old boy presents with 3 days of crampy abdominal pain and bloody diarrhea that started after eating a chicken salad sandwich. he has decreased fluid and solid intake but no vomiting. his bp is 110/70 mm hg, hr is 80 bpm, and rr is 12/min. what is the most appropriate treatment for this patient?
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what is the primary reason for amputation of gangrenous toes or feet in patients with peripheral vascular disease? a. it prevents spread of infection and reduces pain. b. it promotes more rapid healing of ulcerated areas. c. it improves circulation to other areas. d. it reduces swelling in the peripheral areas
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a nurse is providing care to an older adult with moderate cognitive impairment. when interacting with the client, which actions would be most appropriate? select all that apply.
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for which behavior would the nurse incur liability in handling an inpatient psychiatric client who is laughing loudly and making inappropriate comments to other clients and stuff
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a nurse is comparing several research projects which have utilized a prospective study approach. which factor should the nurse most anticipate will be present in these projects?
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a client with mild low back pain has been advised to take acetaminophen. the nurse teaching the client about this medication would include that excessive intake of acetaminophen may result in which?
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a nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for amoxicillin. which of the following findings indicates the client is experiencing an allergic reaction? a. nausea b. cardiac dysrhythmia c. laryngeal edema d. insomnia
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a client diagnosed with osteoarthritis says she is unable to sleep because of aching in her hips and shoulders. which medication would be appropriate in this situation?
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What is the action of Nitro-Mist?
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The gray matter of the spinal cord contains ______
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What part of the brain does something need to reach in order for you to become aware of it?
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Through which brain structure do sensory neurons project?
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What hormones are released by the adrenal medulla?
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What part of the nervous system does the hypothalamus activate and control by releasing catecholamines from the adrenal medulla and maintaining blood glucose concentrations through effects on the pancreas?
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