1. A patient with a history of hypertension and diabetes mellitus is admitted with a complaint of uncontrolled blood pressure. Which organ system should be primarily monitored in this patient due to the risk of secondary complications? A. Renal system B. Respiratory system C. Digestive system D. Musculoskeletal system Answer: A. Renal system Rationale: The kidneys play a crucial role in regulating blood pressure, and hypertension can lead to renal damage. Diabetes mellitus also affects kidney function, making renal monitoring essential in this patient. 2. During an anatomy lab, a student observes that the heart's apex beats strongest at the fifth intercostal space. This observation is consistent with which normal anatomical positioning? A. Dextrocardia B. Cardiomegaly