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Mr. Wonderful

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on: Jul 2, 2018
Which of the following would you MOST likely see in a patient with an infectious disease?
 
  A) Abrasions
  B) Fever
  C) Bruising
  D) Hypertension

Question 2

After administering Dextrose 50 percent to a patient with altered mental status, which one of the following BEST indicates a positive therapeutic effect or response to the medication?
 
  A) Absence of an allergic reaction
  B) Pulse oximeter reading of 99 percent on room air
  C) Drop in blood pressure from 156/90 to 120/80 mmHg
  D) Mental status that is alert and oriented


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Pswine

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

B

Answer to Question 2

D


Mr. Wonderful

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Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
Excellent

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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