A Patient Diagnosed with Gout Is Concerned That the Small

question 9

Multiple Choice

A patient diagnosed with gout is concerned that the small "lumps" on his ear and big toe will become lodged in his blood, resulting in a blood clot. Which of the following explanations by the nurse will be most accurate?

• A)"Clots will not develop if you take your anti-gout medicine."
• B)"Unfortunately, this is a common complication associated with gout."
• C)"You will need to talk with the physician during your next visit."
• D)"These 'lumps' not cause clot development."

Distinguish between genomic and cDNA libraries and their applications in genetic research.

Grasp the principles and applications of polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technology.

Identify the purpose and technique of gene targeting and its applications in genetic research.

Understand the selection process in bacterial transformation using antibiotic resistance.

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Definitions:

Aversive Conditioning

A behavior conditioning technique in which unpleasant stimuli are associated with undesirable behaviors to discourage those behaviors.

Negative Response

An adverse or unwelcoming reaction to a stimulus, situation, or input.

Aversive Conditioning

A form of behavior therapy that involves reducing undesirable habits by teaching the subject to associate an unpleasant or aversive stimulus with the habit.

Electric Shock

A sudden discharge of electricity through a part of the body, potentially causing injury or neurological effects.