What is the first step of treatment when resolving an airway obstruction?

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Question 1 of 9

What is the first step of treatment when resolving an airway obstruction?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Heimlich (D) is the first step for airway obstruction.

Question 2 of 9

Who should not use fluconazole?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Fluconazole (A) is avoided in pregnancy due to fetal risks.

Question 3 of 9

A vasospasm has developed in a patient. What should be done to prevent the condition from worsening?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Antihypertensives (C) relax vessels, reducing vasospasm.

Question 4 of 9

What is noticeable in an absence seizure?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Absence seizures (C) are common in children.

Question 5 of 9

What is the greatest concern when it comes to a patient's white blood cell count?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: An unusually high WBC count (C) may indicate infection or leukemia.

Question 6 of 9

What is not effective in the treatment of symptoms relating to PMS?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Caffeine (A) can worsen PMS symptoms like anxiety.

Question 7 of 9

What nerves are likely to be harmed when a person develops uncontrolled diabetes?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Diabetic neuropathy (D) affects all listed areas.

Question 8 of 9

At what point in a pregnancy is a woman most likely to vomit?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: First trimester (A) has peak nausea (morning sickness).

Question 9 of 9

What causes scabies?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Scabies (A) is caused by Sarcoptes scabiei mites.

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