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What other questions should the nurse ask about the cough?

Nelson Carson is a 62-year-old man who presents to his private practitioner’s office with a hacking, raspy cough. Subjective Data PMH: HTN, CAD Cough is productive, bringing up green, thick phlegm Runny nose, sore throat No history of smoking or seasonal allergies Complains of fatigue Objective Data Vital signs: T 37 P 72 R 14 […]

What other questions should the nurse ask about the fatigue?

Georgina Graves is a 42-year-old female who presents to the provider’s office with fatigue. Subjective Data PMH: none, (except gynecological issues) Significant family history of heart disease Fatigue started about 2 months ago, getting worse Relieved with rest, exacerbated with activity Denies chest pain C/O shortness of breath on exertion Smoker 1 PPD Objective Data […]

Discuss circumcision and the arguments for and against it

Choose one topic and respond: Discuss three ways of creating an environment that provides psychological comfort for both patient and practitioner when conducting an examination and assessment of the Genitourinary system. Discuss medications that can affect the sexual performance of an aging adult male, possibly resulting in withdrawal from sexual activity. Discuss circumcision and the […]

What other assessments should be included for this patient?

Kevin Valeri is a 64-year-old man who presents to the gastroenterologist’s office with constipation and abdominal bloating. Subjective Data Pain level is a 4/10 location = right lower abdomen Retired Engineer States he has been going to the bathroom with the help of laxatives, but not having regular movements Appetite is decreased, some nausea PMH: […]