,NUR 6001 EXAM 2 – Advanced Health Assessment
(2026)
William Paterson University (WPU) – Practice
Examination
Questions 1–200
SECTION 1: General Approach & Comprehensive History
(Questions 1–40)
1. A 72-year-old patient reports feeling "dizzy when
standing up." Which component of the health history is
most important to clarify?
A. Family history of syncope
B. Onset, duration, and alleviating factors
C. Immunization status
D. Use of herbal supplements
Answer: B
Rationale: Orthostatic dizziness requires detailed timing
(onset, duration) and triggers (e.g., after meals,
,medication timing). Family history is relevant but less
immediate. Herbal supplements could contribute, but
clarifying the symptom characteristics is the most
comprehensive approach.
2. When using the "OLDCARTS" mnemonic for pain
assessment, the "R" stands for:
A. Radiation
B. Relief
C. Reproduction
D. Rhythm
Answer: A
Rationale: OLDCARTS = Onset, Location, Duration,
Character, Aggravating factors, Relieving factors, Timing,
Severity. "R" stands for Radiation (where the pain
spreads).
3. A patient avoids eye contact, shifts in seat, and gives
vague answers. The nurse should:
, A. Redirect firmly to obtain clear answers x x x x x
B. Note behavior as possible anxiety or cultural norm
x x x x x x x
C. End the interview immediately
x x x
D. Ask a family member to interpret
x x x x x
Answer: B x
Rationale: Nonverbal cues require interpretation; anxiety,
x x x x x
cultural differences, or discomfort are common causes.
x x x x x x x
The nurse should acknowledge the behavior respectfully
x x x x x x x
rather than ending the interview or redirecting firmly.
x x x x x x x x
4. The mnemonic "PQRSTU" for symptom analysis
x x x x x
includes "U" for:
x x x
A. Understanding
B. Unusual features x
C. Uncertainty
D. Underlying cause x
Answer: B x
Rationale: PQRSTU = Provocation/Palliation, Quality,
x x x x
Region/Radiation, Severity, Timing, Understanding
x x x x
patient's perspective (what they think it is). Some sources
x x x x x x x x x
use"U"for"Usualpattern"or"Unusualfeatures."
x x x x x
(2026)
William Paterson University (WPU) – Practice
Examination
Questions 1–200
SECTION 1: General Approach & Comprehensive History
(Questions 1–40)
1. A 72-year-old patient reports feeling "dizzy when
standing up." Which component of the health history is
most important to clarify?
A. Family history of syncope
B. Onset, duration, and alleviating factors
C. Immunization status
D. Use of herbal supplements
Answer: B
Rationale: Orthostatic dizziness requires detailed timing
(onset, duration) and triggers (e.g., after meals,
,medication timing). Family history is relevant but less
immediate. Herbal supplements could contribute, but
clarifying the symptom characteristics is the most
comprehensive approach.
2. When using the "OLDCARTS" mnemonic for pain
assessment, the "R" stands for:
A. Radiation
B. Relief
C. Reproduction
D. Rhythm
Answer: A
Rationale: OLDCARTS = Onset, Location, Duration,
Character, Aggravating factors, Relieving factors, Timing,
Severity. "R" stands for Radiation (where the pain
spreads).
3. A patient avoids eye contact, shifts in seat, and gives
vague answers. The nurse should:
, A. Redirect firmly to obtain clear answers x x x x x
B. Note behavior as possible anxiety or cultural norm
x x x x x x x
C. End the interview immediately
x x x
D. Ask a family member to interpret
x x x x x
Answer: B x
Rationale: Nonverbal cues require interpretation; anxiety,
x x x x x
cultural differences, or discomfort are common causes.
x x x x x x x
The nurse should acknowledge the behavior respectfully
x x x x x x x
rather than ending the interview or redirecting firmly.
x x x x x x x x
4. The mnemonic "PQRSTU" for symptom analysis
x x x x x
includes "U" for:
x x x
A. Understanding
B. Unusual features x
C. Uncertainty
D. Underlying cause x
Answer: B x
Rationale: PQRSTU = Provocation/Palliation, Quality,
x x x x
Region/Radiation, Severity, Timing, Understanding
x x x x
patient's perspective (what they think it is). Some sources
x x x x x x x x x
use"U"for"Usualpattern"or"Unusualfeatures."
x x x x x
