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During assessment of the heart failure patient, the GNP observes the patient's lungs. The GNP auscultates for: Crackles. Bruits. Murmurs. Gallops. {Ans: Correct answer: Crackles The GNP should observe the heart failure patient's lungs. The GNP should auscultate for crackles and wheezes. Crackles may also be present with other comorbid conditions.}In terms of liver function tests, which of the following test has a normal reference range of 5 - 50 u/L? Alkaline Phosphatase Serum GGT Serum ALT Serum AST {Ans: Correct answer: Serum AST Serum AST is normal at 5 to 50 u/L. It is present in the liver, heart muscle, skeletal muscle, kidney and lung. It is not specific for liver injury because it is also elevated in other conditions such as acute MI.}An older adult complains of sudden onset of dyspnea and coughing. Cough produces pink-tinged frothy sputum. tachycardia, pallor, and feelings of impending doom are also present. Of the following which is the most likely diagnosis? tuberculosis pulmonary embolus bronchitis COPD {Ans: Correct Answer: pulmonary embolus Pulmonary embolus is characterized by all of the symptoms set forth in the question. Any condition that increases risk of blood clots will increase risk of PE. These