Nurse Key

CHAPTER 7 Chest pain The first task in the evaluation of a patient with chest pain is to determine whether the pain is a life-threatening condition, such as ischemic heart…

CHAPTER 17 Genitourinary problems in males Urinary tract problems in males represent a range of conditions from infections, inflammation, and urine outlet obstruction to congenital malformation, trauma, or neoplasm. Any…

CHAPTER 26 Rectal pain, itching, and bleeding Anorectal problems can cause significant discomfort and anxiety. Because patients are often embarrassed by pain or problems in the anal area, they may…

CHAPTER 30 Syncope Syncope is the transient loss of consciousness and postural tone that results from a sudden decrease in cerebral perfusion. It is distinct from a coma, seizures, shock,…

CHAPTER 27 Red eye The term red eye is used to denote a cardinal sign of ocular inflammation. The anatomical location in and around the eye and the probable cause…

CHAPTER 12 Dizziness Dizziness is a symptom of a variety of conditions, including vertigo, lightheadedness, and loss of balance. In children the symptom is frequently a new sensation, and is…

CHAPTER 23 Palpitations Palpitations are defined as an unpleasant awareness of the forceful, rapid, or irregular beating of the heart. It is a common presenting symptom that is usually benign;…

CHAPTER 6 Breast pain Nearly 70% of women experience breast pain (clinically known as mastalgia) during their lives; it is the most common breast-related complaint among women. Although a common…