Assessment of an elderly male patients reveals that he is confused. His family states that this status is normal for him because he has a disease of his brain that has affected his ability to remember things. Based on this information, in which area of the brain is this disease located?

Which of the following statements best describes the difference between a stroke and a transient ischemic attack (TIA)?

A) TIA is a temporary condition that resolves itself within 24 hours. B) TIA is a permanent neurologic condition that cannot be treated. C) Stroke is a temporary condition that resolves itself within 24 hours. D) TIA affects only 1500 U.S. citizens every year.

An 80-year-old develops pneumonia in the hospital. An assessment identifies that the patient is cyanotic and tachycardic and has developed a fever and a cough. Chest x-ray reveals pus in the pleural space

This symptomology supports which medical diagnosis? a. Empyema b. Emphysema c. Pleurisy d. Chyle