Nursing Care and Medical Conditions Quiz

Fatigue is a common symptom due to decreased metabolism.

Smoking is the main cause leading to lung damage and COPD.

Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor commonly prescribed to lower blood pressure in hypertensive patients.

The pancreas primarily produces insulin, regulating blood sugar levels.

Fluid buildup in the lungs, causing shortness of breath, is a characteristic symptom of congestive heart failure.

Normal blood pressure range is 90/60 mmHg to 120/80 mmHg.

Diabetes mellitus results from insufficient insulin or insulin resistance, leading to elevated blood sugar levels.

Nausea and vomiting are common side effects of chemotherapy due to its impact on rapidly dividing cells in the digestive tract.

A pulmonary embolism is a serious complication of DVT where a blood clot breaks loose and travels to the lungs.

Heartburn, a burning sensation in the chest, is a common symptom of GERD caused by stomach acid reflux into the esophagus.

Sharp pain in the lower left abdomen is not a typical symptom; instead, pain usually starts around the navel and moves to the lower right abdomen.

Chest pain is not a symptom of UTI; typical symptoms include burning during urination, frequent urination, and lower abdominal pain.

Unintended weight gain is not a typical symptom of PUD; instead, symptoms include abdominal pain, bloating, and nausea.

Constipation is not a typical symptom of chronic gastritis; instead, symptoms include nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain.

Excessive sweating is not a typical symptom of Crohn's disease; common symptoms include abdominal pain, diarrhea, and weight loss.