NR667 CEA WEEK 8 PRACTICE TEST WITH LATEST REVIEWED
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS GRADED A+
1. The ASCVD risk calculator predicts
Optimal LDL target
5 year risk for stroke
10 year risk for all ASCVD events
10 year risk for heart attack
2. Describe the side effects associated with non-dihydropyridine calcium
channel blockers.
Side effects are limited to gastrointestinal disturbances.
Common side effects include bradycardia, hypotension, and
constipation.
They primarily cause increased heart rate and hypertension.
They have no significant side effects.
3. What is Nonmaleficence?
A duty to do good
Faur and equal treatment for all
Do no harm
Informed consent and decision-making
4. A patient presents with severe abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting.
Based on these symptoms, what condition should the nurse suspect and
what immediate action should be taken?
Gastroesophageal reflux disease; the nurse should provide
antacids.
, Appendicitis; the nurse should prepare the patient for surgery.
Acute pancreatitis; the nurse should assess the patient and notify
the physician for further evaluation.
Cholecystitis; the nurse should administer pain medication and
monitor vital signs.
5. What are the two main types of factors involved in the clotting pathway?
Prothrombin and fibrinogen
Intrinsic and extrinsic factors
Calcium and vitamin K
Platelets and plasma proteins
6. A patient with a history of atrial fibrillation is prescribed a non-
dihydropyridine CCB. What potential side effect should the nurse monitor
for in this patient?
Bradycardia
Hyperglycemia
Tachycardia
Hypertension
7. In a patient with a bleeding disorder, which factors would you assess to
determine the cause of the impaired clotting mechanism?
Only intrinsic factors
Only extrinsic factors
Platelet count and fibrinogen levels
Both intrinsic and extrinsic factors
8. Which lab test is primarily used to diagnose Hashimoto's thyroiditis?
, T3 (Triiodothyronine)
T4 (Thyroxine)
Thyroid Antibodies
TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone)
9. What is the common procedure performed to manage atrial fibrillation?
Pacemaker insertion
Heart transplant
Cardioversion
Coronary bypass surgery
10. Which is not one of the five domains of Healthy People in 2030?
access to quality education
social and community context
health equity
economic stability
11. Why is Barrett's esophagus a concerning finding?
loss of innervation to the esophagus
This is a benign condition
possible malignant transformation
possible closure of the esophagus
12. Describe the typical signs and symptoms of acute pancreatitis and their
significance in patient care.
Signs of acute pancreatitis include only digestive issues without
any abdominal pain.
, Acute pancreatitis is characterized by mild abdominal discomfort
and fatigue, which are not significant for patient care.
The primary symptom of acute pancreatitis is chest pain, which is
unrelated to abdominal issues.
Typical signs and symptoms of acute pancreatitis include severe
abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and fever, which indicate
inflammation and potential complications.
13. Describe the primary physiological effect of SIADH on the body.
SIADH causes the body to retain water, leading to
hyponatremia.
SIADH results in excessive urination and dehydration.
SIADH increases sodium levels in the blood.
SIADH has no significant effect on fluid balance.
14. What is a common symptom of macular degeneration?
Blurred vision
Nausea
Severe headache
Chest pain
15. Describe a scenario in which contrast would be necessary for an
imaging study.
Contrast is necessary when detailed visualization of blood
vessels or soft tissues is required, such as in a CT angiogram.
Contrast is used only for MRI scans.
Contrast is needed for all imaging studies regardless of the
condition.
Contrast is only necessary for patients with a history of allergies.
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS GRADED A+
1. The ASCVD risk calculator predicts
Optimal LDL target
5 year risk for stroke
10 year risk for all ASCVD events
10 year risk for heart attack
2. Describe the side effects associated with non-dihydropyridine calcium
channel blockers.
Side effects are limited to gastrointestinal disturbances.
Common side effects include bradycardia, hypotension, and
constipation.
They primarily cause increased heart rate and hypertension.
They have no significant side effects.
3. What is Nonmaleficence?
A duty to do good
Faur and equal treatment for all
Do no harm
Informed consent and decision-making
4. A patient presents with severe abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting.
Based on these symptoms, what condition should the nurse suspect and
what immediate action should be taken?
Gastroesophageal reflux disease; the nurse should provide
antacids.
, Appendicitis; the nurse should prepare the patient for surgery.
Acute pancreatitis; the nurse should assess the patient and notify
the physician for further evaluation.
Cholecystitis; the nurse should administer pain medication and
monitor vital signs.
5. What are the two main types of factors involved in the clotting pathway?
Prothrombin and fibrinogen
Intrinsic and extrinsic factors
Calcium and vitamin K
Platelets and plasma proteins
6. A patient with a history of atrial fibrillation is prescribed a non-
dihydropyridine CCB. What potential side effect should the nurse monitor
for in this patient?
Bradycardia
Hyperglycemia
Tachycardia
Hypertension
7. In a patient with a bleeding disorder, which factors would you assess to
determine the cause of the impaired clotting mechanism?
Only intrinsic factors
Only extrinsic factors
Platelet count and fibrinogen levels
Both intrinsic and extrinsic factors
8. Which lab test is primarily used to diagnose Hashimoto's thyroiditis?
, T3 (Triiodothyronine)
T4 (Thyroxine)
Thyroid Antibodies
TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone)
9. What is the common procedure performed to manage atrial fibrillation?
Pacemaker insertion
Heart transplant
Cardioversion
Coronary bypass surgery
10. Which is not one of the five domains of Healthy People in 2030?
access to quality education
social and community context
health equity
economic stability
11. Why is Barrett's esophagus a concerning finding?
loss of innervation to the esophagus
This is a benign condition
possible malignant transformation
possible closure of the esophagus
12. Describe the typical signs and symptoms of acute pancreatitis and their
significance in patient care.
Signs of acute pancreatitis include only digestive issues without
any abdominal pain.
, Acute pancreatitis is characterized by mild abdominal discomfort
and fatigue, which are not significant for patient care.
The primary symptom of acute pancreatitis is chest pain, which is
unrelated to abdominal issues.
Typical signs and symptoms of acute pancreatitis include severe
abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and fever, which indicate
inflammation and potential complications.
13. Describe the primary physiological effect of SIADH on the body.
SIADH causes the body to retain water, leading to
hyponatremia.
SIADH results in excessive urination and dehydration.
SIADH increases sodium levels in the blood.
SIADH has no significant effect on fluid balance.
14. What is a common symptom of macular degeneration?
Blurred vision
Nausea
Severe headache
Chest pain
15. Describe a scenario in which contrast would be necessary for an
imaging study.
Contrast is necessary when detailed visualization of blood
vessels or soft tissues is required, such as in a CT angiogram.
Contrast is used only for MRI scans.
Contrast is needed for all imaging studies regardless of the
condition.
Contrast is only necessary for patients with a history of allergies.
