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tth

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Which of the following symptoms could be best clustered into a single outcome for the purposes of crafting a concise clinical question?
 
  A) Increased anxiety, increased serum cholesterol, and low rating of overall well-being
  B) Hypotension, tachycardia, and decreased level of consciousness
  C) Increased temperature, decreased mobility, and confusion
  D) Increased neonatal bilirubin levels and the mother's choice to feed with formula rather than breastfeed

Question 2

The primary care provider of a 49-year-old male patient has examined and briefly explained the evidence that supports beginning regular digital-rectal exams.
 
  Which of the following factors would justify not performing digital-rectal examinations in this patient's care?
  A) The patient is vehemently opposed to undergoing a digital-rectal exam.
  B) Clinical practice guidelines for prostate care have not been published.
  C) The clinician has been unable to find any large RCTs in a literature review.
  D) The clinician has previously waited until patients are 55 to begin regular digital-rectal exams.



robbielu01

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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

A



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