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APEA 3P Exam Study Guide – High-Yield Notes with Correct Answers | Pharmacology, Pediatrics, Women’s Health & More

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Master your APEA 3P predictor exam with this comprehensive, high-yield study guide containing verified answers for 3P exam topics. This document covers essential clinical concepts in pharmacology, cardiology, dermatology, pediatrics, women's health, infectious disease, and more, with clear explanations and mnemonics to boost retention. Perfect for nurse practitioner students, APRN candidates, and clinical educators seeking a concise yet thorough review.

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3P Exam Study APEA with correct answers
What would cause decrease in Digoxin levels? ~CORRECT ANSWER~Antacids



Taking Pyridium for UTI, what can Pyridium cause? ~CORRECT
ANSWER~Hemolytic Anemia



What can PCOS result in? ~CORRECT ANSWER~Increased insulin levels
(Hyperinsulinemia), Androgens, Hirsutism



What are the anti-hypertensives used in pregnancy? ~CORRECT
ANSWER~Methyldopa (Alpha-2-Agonist), Labetalol, Nifedipine, Hydralazine



What is a characteristic of Placenta Previa? ~CORRECT ANSWER~Painless, red
bleeding



What is a chacteristic of Rheumatoid Arthritis? ~CORRECT ANSWER~Tender,
warm, swollen joints



Medications that can cause ototoxicity? ~CORRECT ANSWER~Aminoglycosides,
loop diuretics, NSAIDs, antihistamines, nasal decongestants



What is the treatment time for enterobiasis? ~CORRECT ANSWER~2 weeks

,What does MCV lab value measure? ~CORRECT ANSWER~Mean Corpuscular
Volume helps diagnose different types of anemia such as B12 & Folate
(Macrocytic) and Fe anemia (Microcytic)



Rhogam is given at how many week gestation? ~CORRECT ANSWER~27-28
weeks



What are Janeway lesions and what do they indicate? ~CORRECT
ANSWER~They are irregular, non-tender hemorrhagic macules located on the
hands and feet. Seen in Infective Endocarditis



What are Osler's Nodes and what do they indicate? ~CORRECT ANSWER~They
are split pea-sized, erythematous, tender nodules located on the pads of the
fingers and toes. Seen in Infective Endocarditis



What is the recommendation for Warfarin management when a patient misses a
dose? ~CORRECT ANSWER~If within 12 hours of the dose time, take it. If over
12 hours patient will need a INR redraw



What do we need to know about ACEs and ARBs? ~CORRECT ANSWER~A dry
hacking cough is a common side effect of ACEs and will go away within a week
after discontinuing. ACEs & ARBs are indicated for patients with DM, CKD, and
HTN. Not recommended as 1st line agent with African Americans & can cause
angioedema.

,Contraindications for Hydrochlorothiazide ~CORRECT ANSWER~Sulfa allergy,
PCN hypersensitivity, Asthma, Gout



Systolic Murmurs (Benign) ~CORRECT ANSWER~MR = Mitral Regurge
(SOB/Fatigue HF)

Peyton Manning = Physiologic Murmur (Asymptomatic)

AS = Aortic Stenosis (Angina, Syncope HF)

MVP = Mitral Valve Prolapse ("Click", Women 14-30, Palpitations, Chest Pain



Diastolic Murmurs (Abnormal) ~CORRECT ANSWER~AR = Aortic
Regurgitation (Angina, HF, Dizziness, Chest Pain)

MS = Mitral Stenosis (Dyspnea, AFib)



What does S1 indicate? ~CORRECT ANSWER~S1 Closure of the Atrioventricular
Valves (Mitral & Tricuspid Valves)



What does S2 indicate? ~CORRECT ANSWER~S2 Closure of the Semilunar
Valves (Aortic & Pulmonic Valves)



S3 is often heard in? ~CORRECT ANSWER~CHF, possibly normal for athletic
adolescents



S4 is often heard in? ~CORRECT ANSWER~Diastolic HF, Left Ventricular
Hypertrophy (LVH), Poorly controlled HTN, MI

, Treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) ~CORRECT
ANSWER~Antiplatelets (Plavix, ASA), Pentoxifylline (Decreases blood viscosity)



Diagnosing Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) ~CORRECT ANSWER~Gold
Standard = Angiography

Ankle Brachial Index (ABI)



Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) treatment ~CORRECT
ANSWER~Aotrvastatin/Rosuvastatin = If LDL>150 use high doses. Watch for
LFTs & arthralgia. Change type & dose if issues. Helps stabilize plaques.



What medications are indicated for HF treatment? ~CORRECT ANSWER~ACEs,
ARBs, ARNI w/BBs, Aldosterone Recepter Antagonists



What is the treatment for Sarcopter Scabiei (Scabies)? ~CORRECT
ANSWER~Topical Permetherin massaged from head to soles of feet and wash off
with shower or bath after 8-14hrs. Treat again in 1 week.



Names of skin lesions? ~CORRECT ANSWER~Macule: Flat <1cm i.e. freckle

Papule: Raised <1cm i.e. acne

Nodule: Raised >1cm i.e. lipoma

Vesicle: Blister <1cm i.e. HSV, Chickenpox

Bulla: Blister >1cm i.e. 2nd Degree Burn, Bullous Pemphigod
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