Author Question: Which of the following symptoms would indicate a patient's localized response to inflammation? a. ... (Read 51 times)

berenicecastro · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

Which of the following symptoms would indicate a patient's localized response to inflammation?

a. Fever and headache
b. Redness and swelling
c. Anorexia and malaise
d. Weakness and lethargy

Question 2

The primary care provider is considering adding methotrexate to the patient's treatment regimen. A preexisting condition that would contraindicate use of this drug with this patient is:

a. Diabetes mellitus
b. Cardiac arrhythmias
c. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
d. Pregnancy

irishcancer18 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Redness, swelling, warmth, pain, and sometimes loss of function occur as local signs and symp-toms of inflammation. Systemic manifestations include fever, headache, loss of appetite, lethargy or malaise, and weakness.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Methotrexate is contraindicated for use during pregnancy. The teratogenic effects of the drug during the first trimester can be severe.