N213: Health Differences Across the Life Span 3

N213: Health Differences Across the Lifespan 3 Study Guide 21. What is the primary mode of transmission for hepatitis A? a. Ingestion of contaminated foods b. Inhalation of infectious air c. Liver failure d. Blood or blood contact 22. Which is the earliest sign of a fat embolism, 48 hours after a fractured long bone? a. Diarrhea b. Bradycardia c. Slow respirations d. Altered mental status 23. The nurse obtaining a complete health history on a pediatric patient with acute rheumatic fever should ask if the child has recently been ill with thefollowing: a. Sore throat b. Viral influenza c. Measles d. Mumps 24. The following is NOT a primary symptom of Parkinson’sdisease: a. Postural instability b. Hyperkinesia c. Rigidity d. Tremor 25. Meningitis is diagnosed with a lumbar puncture. When looking at positive results, you would see an elevated cell count and: a. Headache relief after the procedure b. Blood in the specimen c. The patient is unable to tolerate the puncture d. Positive culture for Neisseria meningitides

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