Inflammation in the pelvis can cause

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Inflammation in the pelvis can cause:

A. Appendicitis B. Infertility C. Bleeding D. An increased potential for multiple births

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Pelvic inflammation (B) (e.g., PID) can scar reproductive organs, causing infertility.

What can be said about a patient's rectal temperature versus an oral temperature?

A. It is lower by one degree B. It is the same C. It is higher by one degree D. A rectal temperature is unhelpful

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Rectal temp (C) is ~1°F higher than oral.

A patient is receiving Pradaxa. What are some possible side effects?

A. Coughing B. Bleeding C. Liver difficulties D. Toxicity

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Pradaxa (dabigatran) (B) is an anticoagulant, increasing bleeding risk.

Lopressor helps to:

A. Reduce heart rate B. Reduce blood sugar C. Increase the blood's ability to take in oxygen D. Facilitate metabolic functions

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Lopressor (metoprolol) (A) lowers heart rate.

What is an appropriate treatment for Rhesus disease?

A. A blood transfusion to the unborn child B. Phototherapy after the child's birth C. An antibody injection after birth D. Any of these can work

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: All (D) can treat Rh disease depending on timing.

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