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You are treating a 19-year-old who is exhibiting the following symptoms: anxiety, confusion, hallucinations, hyperthermia, tachycardia, and diaphoresis. Upon further investigation, his mother states that her son has not had a drink in three days. What condition are you most likely dealing with?
 
  A) Schizophrenia
  B) Bipolar disorder
  C) Delirium tremens
  D) Panic attack

Question 2

A patient with a history of diabetes is slightly confused and irritable. According to family members, he accidentally took too much insulin this morning and did not eat breakfast. Since he is conscious with an intact gag reflex, medical direction has ordered you to administer oral glucose. Which one of the following BEST represents the indication for the medication?
 
  A) High blood sugar
  B) Confusion and irritability
  C) Intact gag reflex
  D) Authorization by medical direction


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raili21

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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

B


abc

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Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
Gracias!

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