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justinmsk

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An older male presents with incontinence, has a wide-based and irregular gait, and progressive dementia. Which of the following presents with these cardinal signs?
 
  A. Parkinson's disease
  B. Normal pressure hydrocephalus
  C. Basilar artery CVA
  D. Progressive supranuclear palsy

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An elderly client presents with a new onset of feeling her heart race and fatigue. An EKG reveals atrial fibrillation with rate >110. The patient also has a new fine tremor of both hands. Which of the following would the nurse practitioner suspect?
 
  A. Hypothyroidism
  B. Hyperthyroidism
  C. Congestive heart failure
  D. Type 2 diabetes mellitus


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rosiehomeworddo

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

B


justinmsk

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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