AVN 2035 MED SURG 3 LATEST
MIDTERM EXAM
QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
The clinic nurse is checking in a patient with suspected external otitis.
Which of the following does the nurse expect to find upon assessment of
the patient's ear? Select all that apply. - ANSWERS-Possible drainage
Possible swelling
Possible pain
Possible feeling of fullness in the ear
Rationale: Pain occurs with the infection, itchiness of the ear canal and
discharge of liquid or pus may occur. Redness and swelling may be
present.
The nurse is caring for a client after ear surgery. What health teaching
instruction(s) would the nurse provide for this client to promote healing?
(Select all that apply) - ANSWERS-"Avoid straining when having a
bowel movement."
"Avoid drinking through a straw for 2 to 3 weeks."
"Avoid air travel for 2 to 3 weeks after surgery."
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, AVN 2035 MED SURG 3 LATEST
MIDTERM EXAM
QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
"Avoid crowds and people with infection, especially respiratory
infection."
"Avoid moving your head quickly, jumping, or bending over for 2 to 3
weeks."
"Blow your nose very gently without blocking either nostril and keep
your mouth open."
Rationale: It is imperative that the patient having ear surgery is free from
ear infection. The other precautions help to prevent increased intra-ear
pressure which can affect the surgical procedure.
Which statement by a 50 year old female patient indicates to the nurse
that further assessment of thyroid function may be necessary? -
ANSWERS-"I feel a lump in my throat when I swallow."
Rationale: Difficulty in swallowing can occur with a goiter.
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, AVN 2035 MED SURG 3 LATEST
MIDTERM EXAM
QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
A 61-year-old female patient admitted with pneumonia has a total serum
calcium level of 13.3 mg/dL (3.3 mmol/L). The nurse will anticipate the
need to teach the patient about testing for _____ levels. - ANSWERS-
Parathyroid hormone
Rationale: Parathyroid hormone is the major controller of blood calcium
levels.
The nurse will teach a patient to plan to minimize physical and
emotional stress while the patient is undergoing .. - ANSWERS-a 24-
hour urine test for free cortisol.
Rationale: Physical and emotional stress can affect the results of the free
cortisol test.
A 56-year-old patient who is disoriented and reports a headache and
muscle cramps is hospitalized with possible syndrome of inappropriate
antidiuretic hormone (SIADH). The nurse would expect the initial
laboratory results to include a(n) - ANSWERS-Decreased serum sodium
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MIDTERM EXAM
QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
The clinic nurse is checking in a patient with suspected external otitis.
Which of the following does the nurse expect to find upon assessment of
the patient's ear? Select all that apply. - ANSWERS-Possible drainage
Possible swelling
Possible pain
Possible feeling of fullness in the ear
Rationale: Pain occurs with the infection, itchiness of the ear canal and
discharge of liquid or pus may occur. Redness and swelling may be
present.
The nurse is caring for a client after ear surgery. What health teaching
instruction(s) would the nurse provide for this client to promote healing?
(Select all that apply) - ANSWERS-"Avoid straining when having a
bowel movement."
"Avoid drinking through a straw for 2 to 3 weeks."
"Avoid air travel for 2 to 3 weeks after surgery."
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PAGE
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, AVN 2035 MED SURG 3 LATEST
MIDTERM EXAM
QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
"Avoid crowds and people with infection, especially respiratory
infection."
"Avoid moving your head quickly, jumping, or bending over for 2 to 3
weeks."
"Blow your nose very gently without blocking either nostril and keep
your mouth open."
Rationale: It is imperative that the patient having ear surgery is free from
ear infection. The other precautions help to prevent increased intra-ear
pressure which can affect the surgical procedure.
Which statement by a 50 year old female patient indicates to the nurse
that further assessment of thyroid function may be necessary? -
ANSWERS-"I feel a lump in my throat when I swallow."
Rationale: Difficulty in swallowing can occur with a goiter.
END OF
PAGE
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, AVN 2035 MED SURG 3 LATEST
MIDTERM EXAM
QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 - 2027
A 61-year-old female patient admitted with pneumonia has a total serum
calcium level of 13.3 mg/dL (3.3 mmol/L). The nurse will anticipate the
need to teach the patient about testing for _____ levels. - ANSWERS-
Parathyroid hormone
Rationale: Parathyroid hormone is the major controller of blood calcium
levels.
The nurse will teach a patient to plan to minimize physical and
emotional stress while the patient is undergoing .. - ANSWERS-a 24-
hour urine test for free cortisol.
Rationale: Physical and emotional stress can affect the results of the free
cortisol test.
A 56-year-old patient who is disoriented and reports a headache and
muscle cramps is hospitalized with possible syndrome of inappropriate
antidiuretic hormone (SIADH). The nurse would expect the initial
laboratory results to include a(n) - ANSWERS-Decreased serum sodium
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