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nelaaney

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A 72-year-old man has come to immediate care because he has been feeling confused for a couple of days; today, however, he feels like he might pass out and is short of breath.
 
  When the nurse questions him about chest pain, he states he just has heartburn. The nurse's greatest concern is that he
  A) may be experiencing a myocardial infarction.
  B) may be experiencing congestive heart failure.
  C) may be developing the flu.
  D) may be experience angina.

Question 2

An older male patient with benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH) is experiencing an increase in symptoms. Which finding would explain the reason for this patient's change in symptoms?
 
  1. Recent vasectomy
  2. Decreased oral intake at night
  3. Use of over-the-counter saw palmetto
  4. Use of over-the-counter cold medication



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amcvicar

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Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

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Rationale: A vasectomy does not affect the symptoms of BPH.




nelaaney

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Gracias!


triiciiaa

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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