NUR 612 Test Questions and Correct
Answers
Question 1
Which of the following conditions is signaled by symptoms of swelling of the affected
body part, usually the limb, because of impaired flow of lymph fluid?1. Abdominal
aortic aneurysm (AAA)
2. Venous ulcers
3. Peripheral vascular disease (PVD)
4. Lymphedema
Correct Answer
4. Lymphedema
Question 2
Sam is 64 years old and has been feeling weak, lightheaded, and slightly nauseous. He
goes to the urgent care center where the nurse practitioner initiates an assessment.
Which of the following suggest an arrhythmia? Select all that apply.
1. Chest x-ray showing an increased size of the left atria.
2. History of alcohol drinking.
3. Lack of family history of any acute heart conditions.
4. No history of heart pounding, racing, or skipping beats.
5. Palpitations and syncope
Correct Answer
1. Chest x-ray showing an increased size of the left atria.
2. History of alcohol drinking.
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,Question 3
PVD is a disease that alters blood flow to or from the extremities and vital organs
other than the heart. According to studies, which of the following remains the most
important risk factor for PVD?
1. Smoking
2. Hypertension
3. Family history
4. Hypercoagulopathy
Correct Answer
1. Smoking
Question 4
The APRN is preparing discharge instructions for a 79-year-old man with newly
diagnosed asthma. Which instructions are important to include? Select all that apply.
1. As you get older, you are more likely to experience difficulty breathing.
2. Experiencing strong emotions like anger can trigger an asthma episode.
3. Infections can lead to an occurrence of asthma.
4. Symptoms of asthma may include a runny nose or postnasal drip.
5. There is no need to follow up with your doctor unless your symptoms get worse.
Correct Answer
2. Experiencing strong emotions like anger can trigger an asthma episode.
3. Infections can lead to an occurrence of asthma.
4. Symptoms of asthma may include a runny nose or postnasal drip.
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, Question 5
A 58-year-old man is being seen by his nurse practitioner for a cardiac work-up. His
cholesterol is 320 mg/d. The nurse practitioner includes teaching about lowering his
cholesterol by discussing blood levels and dietary choices. The nurse practitioner says
which of the following?
1. Your cholesterol level is above normal for your age and we need to address how to
lower it.
2. We will discuss food choices that will raise your LDL levels.
3. We will discuss food choices that will lower your HDL levels.
4. The effects of high cholesterol levels will not be a factor in cardiac disease after you
turn 60 years old.
Correct Answer
1. Your cholesterol level is above normal for your age and we need to address how
to lower it.
Question 6
Treatment to slow the progression of PAD should include which of the following?
Select all that apply.
1. Immobilization
2. Pharmacological
3. Surgical
4. Conservative
5. Heat
Correct Answer
2. Pharmacological
3. Surgical
4. Conservative
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Answers
Question 1
Which of the following conditions is signaled by symptoms of swelling of the affected
body part, usually the limb, because of impaired flow of lymph fluid?1. Abdominal
aortic aneurysm (AAA)
2. Venous ulcers
3. Peripheral vascular disease (PVD)
4. Lymphedema
Correct Answer
4. Lymphedema
Question 2
Sam is 64 years old and has been feeling weak, lightheaded, and slightly nauseous. He
goes to the urgent care center where the nurse practitioner initiates an assessment.
Which of the following suggest an arrhythmia? Select all that apply.
1. Chest x-ray showing an increased size of the left atria.
2. History of alcohol drinking.
3. Lack of family history of any acute heart conditions.
4. No history of heart pounding, racing, or skipping beats.
5. Palpitations and syncope
Correct Answer
1. Chest x-ray showing an increased size of the left atria.
2. History of alcohol drinking.
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,Question 3
PVD is a disease that alters blood flow to or from the extremities and vital organs
other than the heart. According to studies, which of the following remains the most
important risk factor for PVD?
1. Smoking
2. Hypertension
3. Family history
4. Hypercoagulopathy
Correct Answer
1. Smoking
Question 4
The APRN is preparing discharge instructions for a 79-year-old man with newly
diagnosed asthma. Which instructions are important to include? Select all that apply.
1. As you get older, you are more likely to experience difficulty breathing.
2. Experiencing strong emotions like anger can trigger an asthma episode.
3. Infections can lead to an occurrence of asthma.
4. Symptoms of asthma may include a runny nose or postnasal drip.
5. There is no need to follow up with your doctor unless your symptoms get worse.
Correct Answer
2. Experiencing strong emotions like anger can trigger an asthma episode.
3. Infections can lead to an occurrence of asthma.
4. Symptoms of asthma may include a runny nose or postnasal drip.
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, Question 5
A 58-year-old man is being seen by his nurse practitioner for a cardiac work-up. His
cholesterol is 320 mg/d. The nurse practitioner includes teaching about lowering his
cholesterol by discussing blood levels and dietary choices. The nurse practitioner says
which of the following?
1. Your cholesterol level is above normal for your age and we need to address how to
lower it.
2. We will discuss food choices that will raise your LDL levels.
3. We will discuss food choices that will lower your HDL levels.
4. The effects of high cholesterol levels will not be a factor in cardiac disease after you
turn 60 years old.
Correct Answer
1. Your cholesterol level is above normal for your age and we need to address how
to lower it.
Question 6
Treatment to slow the progression of PAD should include which of the following?
Select all that apply.
1. Immobilization
2. Pharmacological
3. Surgical
4. Conservative
5. Heat
Correct Answer
2. Pharmacological
3. Surgical
4. Conservative
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