Which of the following statements about mumps is TRUE?
A) Mumps are of no concern to the adult patient.
B) There is no vaccine for the mumps virus.
C) Mumps are characterized by enlargement of the salivary glands.
D) Mumps are not highly communicable.
Question 2
You are called to an outpatient clinic to transfer a 39-year-old male patient in diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) to an acute-care hospital. When assessing the patient, which one of the following signs or symptoms would you expect to find?
A) Slow and shallow respirations
B) Slow heart rate and high blood pressure
C) Blood glucose level of 50 mg/dL
D) Fruity or acetone odor on his breath