EXAM QUESTIONS 2026/2027 QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED
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An APRN is evaluating a patient with persistent cough. The
patient's chest radiograph is normal. Which condition cannot be
ruled out as the cause of the cough? - ANSWER-Acute bronchitis
a normal chest radiograph usually excludes malignant disease,
bronchiectasis, persistent pna, sarcoidosis, and TB
An APRN suspects that her patient has asthma. The patient's
pulmonary function test is normal. What should the APRN do? -
ANSWER-Order a methacholine challenge test
A patient comes to the clinic complaining of a non-productive
cough that occurs with exercise. The advanced practice
registered nurse (APRN) conducts a history and physical, and it is
within normal limits. The patient states that the episodes occur
less than two times a week and improve after exercise. The
APRN suspects exercise-induced asthma.
, Which treatment should the APRN use for this patient? -
ANSWER-Albuterol MDI 90 mcg, 2 inhalations 15 minutes before
exercise
A patient with a long-standing history of asthma speaks to an
advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) about a persistent
cough, shortness of breath, and increased wheezing. The
symptoms occur on a daily basis and interrupt sleep. Medication
is not effective, and the problem is interfering with the completion
of work and home responsibilities.
How should the APRN classify this stage of asthma? - ANSWER-
Severe persistent asthma
A patient newly diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary
disease (COPD) is asked to return for a check-up with an
advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) in three months. The
patient is taking Albuterol MDI 90 mcg, two inhalations four times
a day. During the follow-up, the patient reports that shortness of
breath is still a problem, especially during activity.
Which medication should the APRN add to this patient's treatment
plan? - ANSWER-Salmeterol (advair HFA) 50mcg one inhalation
every 12 hours