NR 511 Final Exam
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Key Solutions
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Question 1
The most cost-effective screening test for determining HIV status is which of the following?
Correct Answer
Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
Question 2
Which blood test is a nonspecific method and most helpful
for evaluating the severity and course of aninflammatory process?
Correct Answer
C-reactive protein (CRP
Question 3
Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of
which neurotransmitter?
Correct Answer
Dopamine
Question 4
Mrs. Thomas was seen in the office complaining of pain and
point tenderness in the area of her elbow. The pain has increased following a day of gardening one week ago. A physical
finding that differentiates the diagnosis and is most consistent with lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) is:
Correct Answer
Pain at the elbow with resisted movements at the wrist and forearm
Question 5
Which of the following statements concerning the
musculoskeletal examination is true?
Correct Answer
The uninvolved side should be examined initially and then compared to the involved side.
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,Question 6
Which of the following signs or symptoms indicate an
inflammatory etiology to musculoskeletal pain?
Correct Answer
Morning stiffness
Question 7
Which causes the greatest percentage of mammalian bites?
Correct Answer
Dogs
Question 8
A 48-year-old woman is seen in the clinic with complaints of
prolonged heavy menstrual periods. She is pale and states she can no longer exercise. Pelvic exam reveals a single, very
large mass. Which of the following diagnostic tests should the clinician order first?
Correct Answer
Transvaginal ultrasound
Question 9
A diabetic patient asks the clinician why he needs to check
his blood sugar at home even when he feels good. Which of the following responses would be most appropriate?
Correct Answer
Control of glucose will help postpone or delay
complications."
"Regularly checking blood sugar will help establish a routine."
"Monitoring glucose will promote a sense of control."
ALL OF THE ABOVE
Question 10
A 25-year-old patient presents to the clinic with fatigue, cold
intolerance, weight gain, and constipation for the past 3 months. On physical examination, the clinician notices a sinus
bradycardia; muscular stiffness; coarse, dry hair; and a delay in relaxation in deep tendon reflexes. Which of the following
tests should be ordered next?
Correct Answer
TSH
Question 11
Which of the following medications for type 2 diabetes
mellitus should not be prescribed during pregnancy?
Correct Answer
Glucotrol
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, Question 12
During a DRE on a 75-year-old man, the clinician suspects
the patient has prostate cancer. What physical finding should make the clinician suspicious?
Correct Answer
An enlarged rubbery gland
Question 13
Eddie, age 4, presents to the ED with a live insect trapped in
his ear canal causing a lot of distress. What should be your first step?
Correct Answer
Immobilize the insect with 2% lidocaine.
Question 14
What is the most common cause of microcytic anemia?
Correct Answer
Iron-deficiency anemia
Question 15
An 82-year-old man is seen in the primary care office with
complaints of dribbling urine and difficulty starting his stream. Which of the following should be included in the list of
differential diagnoses?
Correct Answer
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
Parkinson's disease Prostate cancer
All of theabove
Question 16
Early rheumatoid disease is characterized by:
Correct Answer
Joint swelling and immobility on rising
Question 17
A 70-year-old female has fallen 2 weeks ago and developed
immediate pain in her left wrist. She thought she just bruised it but is worried because it has not improved. She has used
Tylenol® and ice at home, and that has helped slightly. You examine her and find she has moderate swelling and
ecchymosis but no overtly obvious deformity. Her ROM is uncomfortable and severely diminished due to the pain. No
crepitus is heard or felt. Her fingers are warm; her pulse is strong; and capillary refill is less than 2 seconds. What should you
do?
Correct Answer
Obtain a wrist x-ray and place her wrist in a splint or
prescribe a splint
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(Latest 2025-2026 Edition) 100% Verified Q&A + Answer
100+
Key Solutions
VERIFIED ANSWERS
Question 1
The most cost-effective screening test for determining HIV status is which of the following?
Correct Answer
Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
Question 2
Which blood test is a nonspecific method and most helpful
for evaluating the severity and course of aninflammatory process?
Correct Answer
C-reactive protein (CRP
Question 3
Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of
which neurotransmitter?
Correct Answer
Dopamine
Question 4
Mrs. Thomas was seen in the office complaining of pain and
point tenderness in the area of her elbow. The pain has increased following a day of gardening one week ago. A physical
finding that differentiates the diagnosis and is most consistent with lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) is:
Correct Answer
Pain at the elbow with resisted movements at the wrist and forearm
Question 5
Which of the following statements concerning the
musculoskeletal examination is true?
Correct Answer
The uninvolved side should be examined initially and then compared to the involved side.
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,Question 6
Which of the following signs or symptoms indicate an
inflammatory etiology to musculoskeletal pain?
Correct Answer
Morning stiffness
Question 7
Which causes the greatest percentage of mammalian bites?
Correct Answer
Dogs
Question 8
A 48-year-old woman is seen in the clinic with complaints of
prolonged heavy menstrual periods. She is pale and states she can no longer exercise. Pelvic exam reveals a single, very
large mass. Which of the following diagnostic tests should the clinician order first?
Correct Answer
Transvaginal ultrasound
Question 9
A diabetic patient asks the clinician why he needs to check
his blood sugar at home even when he feels good. Which of the following responses would be most appropriate?
Correct Answer
Control of glucose will help postpone or delay
complications."
"Regularly checking blood sugar will help establish a routine."
"Monitoring glucose will promote a sense of control."
ALL OF THE ABOVE
Question 10
A 25-year-old patient presents to the clinic with fatigue, cold
intolerance, weight gain, and constipation for the past 3 months. On physical examination, the clinician notices a sinus
bradycardia; muscular stiffness; coarse, dry hair; and a delay in relaxation in deep tendon reflexes. Which of the following
tests should be ordered next?
Correct Answer
TSH
Question 11
Which of the following medications for type 2 diabetes
mellitus should not be prescribed during pregnancy?
Correct Answer
Glucotrol
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, Question 12
During a DRE on a 75-year-old man, the clinician suspects
the patient has prostate cancer. What physical finding should make the clinician suspicious?
Correct Answer
An enlarged rubbery gland
Question 13
Eddie, age 4, presents to the ED with a live insect trapped in
his ear canal causing a lot of distress. What should be your first step?
Correct Answer
Immobilize the insect with 2% lidocaine.
Question 14
What is the most common cause of microcytic anemia?
Correct Answer
Iron-deficiency anemia
Question 15
An 82-year-old man is seen in the primary care office with
complaints of dribbling urine and difficulty starting his stream. Which of the following should be included in the list of
differential diagnoses?
Correct Answer
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
Parkinson's disease Prostate cancer
All of theabove
Question 16
Early rheumatoid disease is characterized by:
Correct Answer
Joint swelling and immobility on rising
Question 17
A 70-year-old female has fallen 2 weeks ago and developed
immediate pain in her left wrist. She thought she just bruised it but is worried because it has not improved. She has used
Tylenol® and ice at home, and that has helped slightly. You examine her and find she has moderate swelling and
ecchymosis but no overtly obvious deformity. Her ROM is uncomfortable and severely diminished due to the pain. No
crepitus is heard or felt. Her fingers are warm; her pulse is strong; and capillary refill is less than 2 seconds. What should you
do?
Correct Answer
Obtain a wrist x-ray and place her wrist in a splint or
prescribe a splint
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