How does hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia affect wound healing?

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Question 1 of 5

How does hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia affect wound healing?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Both conditions (A) impair healing via poor glucose control.

Question 2 of 5

A form of pneumothorax that occurs in a patient who has never experienced the condition before is known as:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Spontaneous pneumothorax (C) occurs without prior trauma.

Question 3 of 5

What can cause a bone to become infected?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Osteomyelitis (bone infection) can result from fractures (A), hematogenous spread (B), or surgical procedures (C). Thus, D (all of the above) is correct.

Question 4 of 5

Total parenteral nutrition entails feeding that:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: TPN (A) bypasses the GI tract, delivering nutrients intravenously.

Question 5 of 5

What should a patient be advised to do after a surgical procedure?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Avoiding fatty foods (A) aids recovery by reducing digestive strain post-surgery.

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