As a result of oral ingestion of the microorganisms, an individual has contracted H.
pylori. Which of the following health problems is the individual now at increased risk
for?
A. Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
B. Gastric adenocarcinoma
C. Gastric atrophy
D. Esophagitis
,E. Diverticular disease
F. Peptic ulcer
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B. Gastric adenocarcinoma
A 72 year-old patient with a long-standing history of chronic nausea and vomiting but
a near-insatiable appetite has had her symptoms attributed to an enzyme deficiency.
What enzyme can be contributing to this?
A. Secretin
B. Gastrin
C. Ghrelin
D. Cholycystokinin (CCK)
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D. Cholycystokinin (CCK)
Which of the following patients on a hospital medical unit is most clearly
demonstrating the signs and symptoms of liver failure?
A. A 55-year-old man with ascites, fever, and recent onset of atrial fibrillation
B. A 68-year-old female patient with sudden onset of confusion, a history of alcohol
abuse, and low levels of serum AST and ALT
, C> A 50-year-old woman with blood pressure of 189/103, jaundice, and multiple
thromboses
D. A 44-year-old man with low hemoglobin levels, low platelet levels, and spider
angiomas
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D. A 44-year-old man with low hemoglobin levels, low platelet levels, and
spider angiomas
As part of the intake protocol at an eating disorders clinic, an interview precedes a
physical examination. Which of the following questions would a clinician be justified in
excluding from an intake interview for a 16-year-old female referred by her
pediatrician for the treatment of anorexia nervosa?
A. "Do you remember when your last menstrual period was?
B. "Have you noticed any new hair growth on your body in the last several months?"
C. "Have you had any episodes of shortness of breath in the recent past?"
D. "Can you tell me about some of the habits that you have related to food in your
daily routine?"
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C. "Have you had any episodes of shortness of breath in the recent past?"
Mr. J. K., 38 years old, is 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighs 189 pounds. He reports that he
has had intermittent heartburn for several months for which he takes Tums with
temporary relief. He has been waking during the night with a burning sensation in his
chest. Which additional information would lead you to believe that gastroesophageal
pylori. Which of the following health problems is the individual now at increased risk
for?
A. Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
B. Gastric adenocarcinoma
C. Gastric atrophy
D. Esophagitis
,E. Diverticular disease
F. Peptic ulcer
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B. Gastric adenocarcinoma
A 72 year-old patient with a long-standing history of chronic nausea and vomiting but
a near-insatiable appetite has had her symptoms attributed to an enzyme deficiency.
What enzyme can be contributing to this?
A. Secretin
B. Gastrin
C. Ghrelin
D. Cholycystokinin (CCK)
Give this one a try later!
D. Cholycystokinin (CCK)
Which of the following patients on a hospital medical unit is most clearly
demonstrating the signs and symptoms of liver failure?
A. A 55-year-old man with ascites, fever, and recent onset of atrial fibrillation
B. A 68-year-old female patient with sudden onset of confusion, a history of alcohol
abuse, and low levels of serum AST and ALT
, C> A 50-year-old woman with blood pressure of 189/103, jaundice, and multiple
thromboses
D. A 44-year-old man with low hemoglobin levels, low platelet levels, and spider
angiomas
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D. A 44-year-old man with low hemoglobin levels, low platelet levels, and
spider angiomas
As part of the intake protocol at an eating disorders clinic, an interview precedes a
physical examination. Which of the following questions would a clinician be justified in
excluding from an intake interview for a 16-year-old female referred by her
pediatrician for the treatment of anorexia nervosa?
A. "Do you remember when your last menstrual period was?
B. "Have you noticed any new hair growth on your body in the last several months?"
C. "Have you had any episodes of shortness of breath in the recent past?"
D. "Can you tell me about some of the habits that you have related to food in your
daily routine?"
Give this one a try later!
C. "Have you had any episodes of shortness of breath in the recent past?"
Mr. J. K., 38 years old, is 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighs 189 pounds. He reports that he
has had intermittent heartburn for several months for which he takes Tums with
temporary relief. He has been waking during the night with a burning sensation in his
chest. Which additional information would lead you to believe that gastroesophageal
