1. This area is the most common site for epistaxis to occur – Kiesselbach’s plexus 2. This class of medication binds to specific receptors on beta cells in the pancreas to stimulate the release of insulin – Sulfonylureas and Meglitinides 3. This acute situation in a patient with uncontrolled hyperthyroidism is usually precipitated by infection or surgery. It is life threatening because of the resulting hyperthermia, tachycardia, and heart failure and delirium. Thyrotoxicosis 4. These are chemical messengers that may be classified by action, source, or chemical structure. Hormones 5. These two body systems work together to regulate metabolic activities. Endocrine and Neuro 6. A harmless microbe that is normally resident in the intestine. E-coli 7. This is the mechanism of action of tamsulosin when treating benign prostatic hypertrophy. Alpha 1 blocker – bladder relaxation 8. This condition is concerning in a client who has had pyelonephritis and subsequent scarring – chronic renal failure 9. This is indicative of the leakage of albumin into the filtrate due to inflammation and increased capillary permeability APSGN – acute post-streptococcal GN 10.This lab results indicates a failure to excrete nitrogen wastes due to decreased GFR – BUN and Serum Creatinine 11. Most common cause of hyperaldosteronism? Noncancerous (benign) tumor of the adrenal gland Pheochromocytoma 12.This class of medication reduces the amount of stomach acid produced in the lining of the stomach - PPIs 13.This is a key difference between ST elevation myocardial infarction and non-ST elevation myocardial infarction – ST elevation, complete/prolonged occlusion of coronary arteries 14.In a person with ankylosing spondylitis, the most pain is typically experienced in this position -supine 15.This test is used to identify a definitive cause of bursitis? Physical exam 16.This joint is a common site for the swan neck deformities in a client with rheumatoid arthritis – proximal interphalangeal joint 17.This medication selectively blocks the effects of abnormal glutamate release – NMDA Memantine 18.This disorder/disease results from a benign pituitary adenoma secreting excess adrenocorticotropic (ACTH). The high levels of ACTH in turn causes increased production of cortisol from the adrenal cortex. – Cushing Syndrome 19.This salivary gland is in the cheeks in front of the ear and secretes saliva through the Stensen's ducts - Parotid 20.This involves the transfer of gases between air-filled spaces in the lungs and blood – Diffusion / Gas Exchange 21.Statins reduce inflammation, modify composition, and promote stabilization of ___ within the vessel wall – plaque stabilization 22.This medication class is contraindicated in heart failure due to risk of fluid retention - CCB 23.This bacteria category is most commonly associated with Urinary tract infections -