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if the patient is in labor and her cervix is 8 cm dilated she is in what phase
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transition phase of labor when the patient loses concentration due to intense contractions.
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to prevent contractions with a patient in above the knee ambutation place the patient
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prone for 15-30 mins twice a day.
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thorazine a sedative and tranquilizer should avoid
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the sun.
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thorazine is also a antipsychotic. facial movements and lipsmacking is result.
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what foods to avoid taking MAO inhibitor (a type of antidepressant drug)?
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aged cheese and chocolate.
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hypertensive crisis
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3 point gait using crutches
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move both crutches with the weak leg.
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what side effect refers to antacids containing magnesium?
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diarrhea.
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what side effect refers to dopamine antagonists used to treat ulcers?
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confusion.
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lithotripsy of gallstones in gallbladder is placed
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prone.
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lithotripsy of gallstones in common bile duct is placed
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supine.
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what is the antidote for heparin overdose?
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protamine sulfate
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what is the antidote for hemorrhange caused by thrombolytics?
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amicar.
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antidote for urokinase
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what information should you get with a patient scheduled for a CAT scan?
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allergy to oysters. iodine sensitivity.
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the recommended length of time between discontinuing MAO inhibitor and Serotonin reuptake inhibitor is
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2 weeks.
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normal PC02 level
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35-45mmHG. below 35 is alkalotic. above 45 is acidotic.
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TPN is high in
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glucose.
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if the patient is in labor and her cervix is 8 cm dilated she is in what phase
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transition phase of labor when the patient loses concentration due to intense contractions.
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the influenza virus is contraindicated in patients with allergies to eggs because
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the vaccine is made from eggs.
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what is the appropriate way to administer Lovenox with a patient with thrombophlebitis?
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subcutaneously in the abdominal tissue.
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why is a patient with pancreatitis NPO?
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it stops the inflammatory process by reducing the secretion of pancreatic enzymes.
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malpractice
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performing care that harms the patient.
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negligence
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failing to perform care for the patient.
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fetal heart tones can be heard using a fetoscope as early as
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18 weeks gestation.
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what lab studies should be done with a patient taking coumadin?
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stool for occult blood.
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what is the best source of potassium between apple, orange, cranberry and prune juice?
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prune juice.
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the nurse should measure urine output of a patient taking magnesium sulfate because
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a sign of toxicity to magnesium sulfate is oliguria.
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eating foods high in tyramine, aged cheese, chocolate, salami, liver can result in
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hypertensive crisis
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CPM machine for a patient with total knee repair is to
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promote flexian of the artificial joint.
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what does the nonstress test do?
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measures activity of the fetus.
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a patient with long history of polio should be instructed to
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have rest periods. because a patient with polio has muscle weakness.
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if a patient receives regular insulin, his food should be served within
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30 mins.
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a possible adverse reaction to a transplant procedure is
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shortness of breath.
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red urine is a normal finding in which transplant?
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bone marrow transplant.
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which part of the brain is responsible for taste, smell and hearing?
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temporal lobe.
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what part of brain is responsible for sensory and language?
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parietal lobe.
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damage of parietal can experience paresthesia.
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theophylline is given to a patient with emphysema to
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relax the bronchial smooth muscle.
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which indicates effectiveness of patient with cystic fibrosis taking pancreatic enzymes?
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increased weight.
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digested
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patient with MRSA placed on contact precautions. what do you wear?
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gloves and gown
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MAO inhibitor taken with SSRI such as paxil is contraindicated because
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it can result in serotonin syndrome.
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what kind of oil is a high cholesterol?
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coconut oil.
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the normal dilantin level is
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10-20.
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if patient has influenza virus, the best effect of medicines would be within
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2-3 days.
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epinephrine is used for
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allergic reactions.
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why would you hold food from a patient with pancreatitis?
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to decrease stimulation of the pancreas.
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to remove a chest tube, patient has to
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take a deep breath, exhale and bear down.
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antidote of heparin?
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protamine sulfate
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what kind of stools will a child have with intussusception?
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blood mucus stools or "Currant jelly" stools.
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what kind of stools with a patient with hirschsprungs disease have?
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ribbonlike stools
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sign and symptoms of hyperglycemia?
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slow pulse, nausea, flushed skin
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all primary teeth of a child will be present by
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3 years old.
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what should NOT be performed by an LVN?
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initiating blood transfusion.
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if the nurse checks a fundus and it is displaced, it is an indication of
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a full bladder.
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what does a positive Schilings test mean?
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patient has pernicious anemia due to the lack of intrinsic factor 8.
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conception is most likely to occur when
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lutenizing hormone is high. around day 14. increase of estrogen stimulates lutenizing hormone.
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patient with TUBERCULOSIS is taking Myambutol (ethambutol HCL) an adverse reaction is
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changes in color vision. call the doc.
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adverse reaction of a patient taking Streptomycin is
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red discoloration of bodily fluids.
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male child has CYSTIC FIBROSIS. the nurse is aware that
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most males with cystic fibrosis are sterile.
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right- sided congestive heart failure can expect
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blood. jugular vein distension.
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left-sided congestive heart failure can expect
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lung. crackles.
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L for L
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nephrolithotomy is Excision of renal calculi from the kidney. position patient
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on the left side. unaffected side.
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patient with PARKINSONS DISEASE is taking LEVADOPA. what are some signs of toxicity?
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frequent blinking, twitching, tongue protrusion.
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an infant who is 32 weeks gestation will experience
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head lag.
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how long will a patient with TUBERCULOSIS take medication?
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2 years.
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patient with cirrhosis sometimes develop mental changes related to
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elevated blood ammonia, since the liver fails to convert protein for excretion.
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given lactulose
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how do you take care of hearing aid?
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clean daily and store in a cool place.
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desired range for a glycosylated hemoglobin in an adult client is
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2.5-5.9%
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patient having surgery on lower abdomen what position should the patient be placed?
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trendelenburg
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sims position is placed for what surgery?
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renal surgery
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how do patients describe an ABDOMINAL AORTIC ANUERYSM?
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"feeling my heart beat" in the abdomen.
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pain 2 hours after eating suggests that the patient has
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a duodenal ulcer
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if patient has a TONSILLECTOMY, what reaction should you report?
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respiratory stridor. this means there is a partial airway obstruction.
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a patient returned from a THYROIDECTOMY. what should he keep at the bedside?
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tracheostomy set. at risk for tracheal edema.
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PARESTHESIA means
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A tingling sensation felt in a part of the body numbed from lack of circulation.
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eg. damage of parietal lobe
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GUTHRIE TEST is to detect
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phenylektonuria.
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what is a side effect of DILANTIN?
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gingival hyperplasia. provide oral care every shift.
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patient had above the knee AMPUTATION. what is the reason for an elastic bandage?
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to shrink the stump.
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to prevent sudden infant syndrome, the parents need to place the infant
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on his back.
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when inserting straight catheterization in a female client, the nurse should
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insert the catheter 2-3 inches and hold the catheter in place as the bladder empties.
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3cm dilation in woman in labor is what stage?
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latent stage. she may ask for an epidural.
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what side effect can patient have when taking HALDOL for SEVERE ANXIETY?
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tremors.
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normal platelet count
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150,000 - 400,000.
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12th cranial hypoglossal nerve has to do with
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tongue movement.
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8th cranial ACOUSTIC NERVE deals with
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hearing, balance, coordination
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low respiratory PH indicates
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acute ventilator failure
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Lactoluse is given to produce diarrhea which lowers the patient's serum
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ammonia levels.
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(patient with cirrhosis)
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you have been exposed to TUBERCULOSIS, and is taking Isoniazid (INH). how long will you take the medicine?
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6 months
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medication used to treat MYASTHENIA GRAVIS (weakness n fatique) is
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Prostigmine (neostigmine)
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1 teaspoon equals
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5ml
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a 2 month old baby's fontanels should feel
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flat and firm.
anterior fontanel closes by 1-2 years. posterior fontanel closes by 2 months |
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abrupt withdrawal of steroids can lead to
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collapse of cardiovascular system.
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damage of parathyroid glands intereferes with
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calcium and phosphorus regulation.
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normal BUN
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5-25mg/dl
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normal WBC
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5,000-10,000
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hodgkins disease is
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neoplastic disorder of the lymphoids.
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diagnosis of menieres disease
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feeling fullness of the ear due to endolymph of the inner ear.
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