When is an organ transplant necessary?

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A. When a patient has late-stage cancer B. When an organ is malfunctioning C. When an organ has been punctured and will not heal D. All of the above

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Transplant (B) is needed for organ failure.

What could result due to bacterial meningitis?

A. Paralysis B. Amputation C. Seizures D. Diabetes

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Bacterial meningitis (C) can cause seizures due to brain inflammation.

Dementia may develop as neurological tissue experiences:

A. Physical damage B. Blood pressure changes C. Added connections D. Disorganization

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Physical damage (A) (e.g., trauma, Alzheimer’s) leads to dementia.

A patient who has uneven heartbeats should be monitored based on:

A. Blood sugar B. Blood pressure C. How often the heart beats per minute D. Weight

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Heart rate (C) directly assesses arrhythmias.

A patient with a low potassium level may experience:

A. Changes in heart rate B. Excessive saliva C. Lack of urination D. A lack of focus

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Hypokalemia (A) disrupts cardiac rhythm.

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