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You are dispatched to an extended care facility for a sick person. On arrival, you speak with the staff who tells you that Ms. Johnson just started acting differently and is slow to respond. Your assessment reveals that she is febrile and has vomited. When you move her to the gurney, you notice a stage 3 ulcer on her lower back that has a foul smell. Which of the following statements is most likely to be TRUE?
 
  A) This is most probably due to neglect. Report the facility to the appropriate authorities.
  B) This is most likely a GI emergency, such as norovirus or C. diff.
  C) The signs could be masking a more serious issue, such as a cardiac event.
  D) The ulcer may be infected, causing sepsis and requiring immediate intervention.

Question 2

OxyContin is an example of which of the following types of drugs?
 
  A) Antidepressant B) Narcotic
  C) Barbiturate D) Appetite suppressant



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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

B




dollx

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Reply 2 on: Jul 3, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Wow, this really help

 

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