64. Oral forms of corticosteroids taken for a long time can have a wide variety of side effects, including all of the following EXCEPT: a. Acne. b. Weight loss. c. Lose of bone density associated with osteoporosis. d. Decrease in immune response. 65. The massage technique that most mimics the peristaltic movement of the colon is: c. Rocking. d. Vibration. 66. Osgood-Schlatter is a condition that primarily effects: a. Geriatric patients. b. Women. c. Pediatric patients. d. Athletes. a. Effleurage. b. Pertrissage. 67. What statement is TRUE regarding fibromyalgia? a. Fatigue, insomnia, anxiety, and depression are accompanying symptoms that someone with fibromyalgia may experience. b. Fibromyalgia is an acute condition. c. The main population diagnosed with fibromyalgia are middle aged men. d. Individuals are less likely to be diagnosed with fibromyalgia if they already experience back pain, depression, IBS, arthritis, or lupus.
60. Rheumatoid arthritis general effects all of the following EXCEPT: a. Knees. b. Hands. c. Spine. d. Wrists. 61. All of the following statements about ulcerative colitis is false EXCEPT: a. Ulcerative colitis is a disease that causes inflammation and sores (ulcers) in the lining of the rectum and colon. b. Ulcers form where inflammation has killed the cells that usually line the colon, which then bleeds and produces pus. c. Inflammation in the colon also causes the colon to empty frequently, causing diarrhea. d. It is easy to distinguish between ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. 62. A herniated disk of the low back region is also known as having: a. Lumbar disk disease. b. Subluxation. c. Sprain. d. Lumbar fusion. 63. All of the following statements about corticosteroids are true EXCEPT: a. Corticosteroids are a group of anti-inflammatory drugs similar to the hormone cortisol produced in the body. b. Corticosteroids reduce the inflammation associated with many diseases, including many forms of arthritis. c. They can be taken in a variety of forms, such as pills, injections, inhalers, nasal sprays, topical creams, drops, ointments, enemas, foams, and suppositories. d. Most corticosteroids are available over the counter.
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Book Code: MTX1325
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