Ch. 41
The most appropriate care for osteoporosis.
what is: regular exercise and calcium intake
Which speciallity addresses disorders and diseases of the heart?
What is: Cardiology
how much water should a person consume per day?
what is: 6 - 8 glasses per day
Which of the following would NOT be a supply found in a first-aid kit?
What is: Epinephrine
Why would a geriatric patient being treated for depression not improve with medication?
The patient is not taking the medication
Older patients might have this as a medical care issue.
what is: unaware of their medical needs or how to address them.
What examination is performed in an orthopedic office?
What is: Fracture reduction
What is not a symptom of anorexia?
What is: Purging.
This term means low blood sugar.
What is: Hypoglycemia
What age does the American Cancer Society recommend patients have a colonoscopy for screening of colorectal cancer?
What is: 45 years old.
Which of the following is not a typical sign/symptom of depression in geriatric patients.
What examination would be completed in a cardiology office?
What is: an Electrocardiogram (ECG)
What is: The amount of energy needed to raise the temperature of 1 kilogram of water by 1*C.
What are the symptoms indicative of a myocardial infarction?
The human body requires nutrients from food to:
Why would a retired individual suffer from depression?
They could be experiencing economic hardship.
What is an examination that is performed in an endocrinology office?
What is: A blood glucose exam
Polysaccharides are also called this.
what are: complex carbohydrates
The following drugs for treatment of angina is found in a typical crash cart.
What are: Nitroglycerin tablets
Which allergy skin test is performed by drawing blood from a vein and sending the specimen to an outside lab for analysis?
What is: a RAST test
what are: Antidepressants and psychotherapy.
This is the specialty that addresses disorders and disease of the immune system.
What is: Allergy
what are: 2/3
Chills, Headache, neck stiffness, high fever, and vomiting are signs of what?
What is: Bacterial Meningitis
Which of the following measures should be taken when bleeding soaks through a dressing during the application of direct pressure to control bleeding?
Apply another dressing directly over the soaked dressing without removing it.