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NR601 Midterm Exam 2 – Comprehensive Practice Exam
with Answer Key
Table of Contents
1. Cardiovascular Disorders
2. Respiratory Disorders
3. Endocrine Disorders
4. Gastrointestinal Disorders
5. Renal & Genitourinary Disorders
6. Musculoskeletal Disorders
7. Women's Health
8. Pharmacology
9. Health Promotion & Preventive Care
10. Comprehensive Answer Key with Rationales
NR601 Midterm Exam 2 – Practice Questions
Instructions: Select the best answer for each question.
,Section 1: Cardiovascular Disorders
1. A 68-year-old patient presents with lower extremity edema,
orthopnea, and fatigue. Which assessment finding is most
indicative of left-sided heart failure?
A. Jugular venous distention
B. Hepatomegaly
C. Pulmonary crackles
D. Peripheral cyanosis
Answer: C
Rationale: Pulmonary congestion causes crackles in left-sided
heart failure.
2. Which medication is considered first-line therapy for
hypertension in a patient with diabetes?
A. Propranolol
B. Hydrochlorothiazide
C. Lisinopril
D. Clonidine
Answer: C
Rationale: ACE inhibitors provide renal protection and blood
pressure control in patients with diabetes.
, 3. Which lipid-lowering medication should be avoided during
pregnancy?
A. Ezetimibe
B. Fenofibrate
C. Atorvastatin
D. Omega-3 fatty acids
Answer: C
Rationale: Statins are contraindicated during pregnancy.
Section 2: Respiratory Disorders
4. Which finding is most consistent with bacterial pneumonia?
A. Dry cough only
B. Productive cough with fever
C. Inspiratory stridor
D. Night sweats without cough
Answer: B
5. The first-line treatment for mild intermittent asthma is:
A. Daily inhaled corticosteroid
B. Short-acting beta-agonist as needed
C. Long-acting beta-agonist alone
D. Oral prednisone daily
Answer: B