A patient with a body mass index of 27 can be considered:

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Question 1 of 9

A patient with a body mass index of 27 can be considered:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: BMI 27 (C) is overweight (25–29.9), not obese (≥30).

Question 2 of 9

Which of the following should a patient with cystic fibrosis avoid?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Motrin (ibuprofen) (C) should be used cautiously in cystic fibrosis due to potential GI/renal risks.

Question 3 of 9

What is one fact about the fibroids in the woman's uterus?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Uterine fibroids (A) are typically benign (noncancerous).

Question 4 of 9

Which of the following is most likely to trigger Hashimoto's disease in a patient?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Hashimoto’s (A) is an autoimmune thyroid disorder.

Question 5 of 9

A patient is going to receive a colonoscopy in the near future. How should the patient's diet be adjusted as he or she prepares for the procedure?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Hydration (B) is key during colonoscopy prep (e.g., with bowel prep solutions).

Question 6 of 9

A drop in blood pressure may be triggered by:

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: All (D) can cause hypotension (e.g., vasodilators, hemorrhage, anaphylaxis).

Question 7 of 9

How can diabetes cause incontinence to develop?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Diabetes (B) causes neuropathy, impairing bladder control.

Question 8 of 9

What issue might a patient have when it comes to a phlebotomy?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Fear of needles (C) is a common patient concern during phlebotomy.

Question 9 of 9

A patient consistently develops kidney stones. What advice should a patient be given to help resolve the problem?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Lemons/limes (B) increase citrate, reducing stone formation.

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