NSG 6998 South University FNP Focus Detailed Exam 2026

NSG 6998 South University FNP Focus Detailed Exam 2026 Ludwig's angina indicates which of the following? - correct answer-submandibular infection Which of the following is true regarding epistaxis? - correct answer-anterior form originates from kiesselbach's plexus. A patient with bulging cheeks often described as "chipmunk" facies likely has which of the following diseases? - correct answer-mumps A diffusely enlarged and firm thyroid is most suggestive of what diagnosis? - correct answer-hashimoto's disease What does a bruit heard on auscultation over the thyroid suggest? - correct answer graves' disease What sign associated with hyperthyroidism is found on physical examination? - correct answer-lid lag What physical exam finding is most suggestive of otitis externa? - correct answer-pain when pulling on the ear What is pterygium? - correct answer-a wing of conjunctival tissue that extends toward the cornea What is the best way to position a patient for examination with a handheld ophthalmoscope? - correct answer-face-to-face with the patient's eyes close to the height of the examiner What condition may interfere with visualization of the "red reflex?" - correct answer cataracts What is the normal cup to disc ratio when examining the optic nerve on a fundoscopic exam? - correct answer-1:3 What internal cause of eye pain is an ophthalmological emergency? - correct answer closed-angle glaucoma In a survey of internal medicine faculty and residents, what aspect of a patient-doctor interaction did most believe was of greatest importance in making an accurate diagnosis? - correct answer-history What is the biggest side effect of colchicine - correct answer-diarrhea What is the tell-tale difference between a herniated disc and sciatica - correct answer sciatica feels better when you stand, a herniated disc feels better when you sit down What is the trendelenburg sign and when is it positive - correct answer-when the patient is Standing straight and the pelvis on the unaffected side drops; this is a sign of a slipped Capital femoral epiphysis Which type of headaches come with lacrimation and sinus symptoms? - correct answer cluster Headaches How does the parathyroid gland regulate calcium? - correct answer-when parathyroid hormone is Released, it pulls calcium out of the blood and into the circulation in response to Hypocalcemia. It also increases absorption of calcium from the intestine How is bursitis treated? - correct answer-a needle to instill intraarticular steroids and then pull off Fluid If a patient is on birth control and they miss two pills, what should they do? - correct answer-double Up for 2 days What are s/s of addison's disease? - correct answer-bronze or discolored skin, salt cravings