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What organ should be tested prior to giving a cancer patient chemotherapy?

A. Heart B. Lung C. Liver D. Kidney

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Liver (C) function is critical as it metabolizes chemo drugs.

A patient with cystic fibrosis will:

A. Experience skin changes around the cheeks B. Experience nasal polyps C. Experience mouth sores D. Experience an increased likelihood of acne

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Cystic fibrosis (B) commonly causes nasal polyps.

Which of the following can be used to treat hydrocephaly?

A. Fine-needle aspiration B. A shunt C. A catheter D. Antibiotics

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: A shunt (B) drains excess CSF in hydrocephalus.

What is an appropriate blood sugar total about two hours after a patient eats?

A. 130 B. 140 C. 150 D. 160

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Postprandial glucose <140 mg/dL (B) is normal per ADA.

Lanoxin is necessary for the treatment of:

A. Atrial fibrillation B. Seizures C. High blood pressure D. Hypotension

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Lanoxin (digoxin) (A) treats atrial fibrillation and heart failure by regulating heart rate/rhythm.

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