The__has defined evidence-based practice as "the integration of the best available research with clinical expertise in the context of patient characteristics, culture, and preferences." O American Psychological Association
O American Medical Association
O Society of Pain Management
O None of the above

Which of these is not an intrinsic muscle of the foot? a. quadratus plantae b. abductor digiti minimi c. flexor digitorum brevis d. flexor digitorum longus e. abductor hallucis

Mrs. h, age 42 years, is experiencing severe rheumatoid arthritis in her wrists, fingers, and knees. the joints are quite inflamed, red, and swollen. she is sitting rigidly in a chair and refuses to put on a sweater, even though she is shivering, or let anyone touch her arms. she has been prescribed an analgesic and an anti-inflammatory drug, but her dose is not due for another hour. she is feeling nauseated, so she has not eaten for the past 8 hours. based on patient history and the signs and symptoms, discuss how the effects of pain are exacerbating her condition.

During an open inguinal hernia repair, which of the following incisions will be made? a. mcburney b. oblique c. lower midline d. subcostal