Clinical Case Study

Read the following case and answer the questions in full sentences showing your understanding of the material studied.

Jamal Washington has made an appointment to see Dr. Miller at Pearson Physicians Group. He was reluctant to make the appointment and only made it because his wife, Tania, urged him. Now he does not want to go to the doctor. Jamal has been complaining of intense headaches and has had frequent episodes of nosebleeds.

Questions:

What could be the reason behind Jamals headaches and nosebleeds?
Why is it important that Jamal visit his primary physician?
Name 2 conditions associated with headaches.
What is the difference between pulmonary circulation and systemic circulation?
What would you recommend to a patient who has been recently diagnosed with congestive heart failure?

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