A patient with GERD should be placed in what posit

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A patient with GERD should be placed in what position in the bed?

A. Trendelenburg B. Reverse Trendelenburg C. Fowler's D. Semi-Fowler's

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Semi-Fowler’s (D) (30° elevation) reduces GERD by keeping acid down.

Which of the following is correct advice to give a patient taking warfarin?

A. Take it in the evening B. Take it in the morning C. Double the dose if you miss one D. Take it without food

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Warfarin (A) is often taken in the evening for consistent monitoring.

OBRA is designed to monitor:

A. Medical malpractice B. How nursing home residents are cared for C. Herbal medicine treatments D. Medical waste handling

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: OBRA (B) (Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act) regulates nursing home care.

Asterixis appears only in the:

A. Feet B. Head C. Hands D. Legs

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Asterixis (C) is a hand-flapping tremor (e.g., in liver failure).

What is evident in a person's neck when that person has a heart attack?

A. The neck feels tight B. The patient keeps feeling popping C. The person develops hearing issues D. Nothing noticeable occurs

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Neck symptoms (D) aren’t typical in MI; chest pain radiates elsewhere.

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