Which of the following is commonly seen as a result of aging?
A) Increase in pain sensitivity B) Decrease in blood pressure
C) Increase in oil production in the skin D) Decrease in the overall brain weight
D
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A male patient presents with a puncture wound to his heel from stepping on a nail. He informs you that he is visiting from El Salvador and has never received a tetanus vaccination. At the emergency room he is administered tetanus immune globulin, as well as a tetanus vaccination. Which of the following best describes the rationale for this treatment?
A) The tetanus immune globulin provides immediate protection, while the tetanus vaccination provides passive immunity by producing tetanus-specific antibodies. B) The tetanus immune globulin provides passive immunity, while the tetanus vaccination provides active immunity. C) The tetanus immune globulin provides IgE antibodies for immediate protection, while the tetanus vaccination provides natural immunity by producing tetanus-specific antibodies. D) The tetanus immune globulin provides IgG and IgM antibodies for immediate protection, while the tetanus vaccination provides passive immunity by producing tetanus-specific antibodies.
For a client diagnosed with actinic keratosis or premalignant skin lesions:
a. Use a highly emollient lubricant b. Avoid the affected area due to tenderness and possible malignancies c. Use vigorous massage to increase local circulation to reduce ischemia d. Use friction to reduce adhesions