NR 511 FINAL EXAM 1 – QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS. GRADED A PLUS

NR 511 FINAL EXAM 1 – QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 1. The most cost-effective screening test for determining HIV status is which of the following? Enzyme linked immunosorbent assay 2. Which blood test is a nonspecific method and most helpful for evaluating the severity and course of an inflammatory process? C -REACTIVE PROTIEN ( CRP) 3. Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of which neurotransmitter? DOPAMINE 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: PAIN AT THE ELBOW WITH RESISTED MOVEMENTS AT THE WRIST AND FOREARM 5. Which of the following statements concerning the musculoskeletal examination is true? THE UNINVOLVED SIDE SHOULD BE EXAMINED INITIALLY AND THEN COMPARE TO THE INVOLVED SIDE. 6. Which of the following signs or symptoms indicate an inflammatory etiology to musculoskeletal pain? MORNING STIFFNESS 7. Which causes the greatest percentage of mammalian bites? DOGS 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? TRANSVAGINAL ULTRASOUND 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? ALL OF THE ABOVE ( CONTROL OF GLUCOSE, REGULARYLY CHECK BLOOD SUGAR AND MONITORING GLUCOSE) 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 sinus bradycardia; muscular spiffiness; course , dry hair; and delay in relaxation in deep tendon reflexes. Which of the follow test should be ordered next? TSH