NRNP 6550 Week 4: Cardiac Procedures, Part 2 COMPLETED 2023

NRNP 6550 Week 4: Cardiac Procedures, Part 2 COMPLETED 2023 Knowledge Check (PRAC-6550-19/PRAC-6550C-19-Advanced Care of Adults in Acute Setting Practicum II) QUESTION 1 What is the main source of B-type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) in humans? a) Cardiomyocytes b) Purkinje fibers c) Right and left atriums d) Heart ventricles QUESTION 2 Thyroid hormones are known to influence cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Which of the following patients would you expect to have elevated cholesterol and triglyceride levels? a) Patient with elevated TSH and low Free T4 levels *** Right answer *** b) Patient with elevated Free T3 and T4 levels c) Patient with low TSH and high Free T4 levels d) Patient with normal TSH, Free T3 and T4 levels QUESTION 3 Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) is known for causing cervical cancer, but it can also cause head and neck cancers. Which of the following laboratory test should the provider order from a specimen in patient with suspected HPV related head and neck cancer? a) Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test b) Immune Complex Assay c) Immunoglobulin (Ig) levels d) Homocysteine levels QUESTION 4 As an alternative to electrocautery in the management of epistaxis, which of the following can be used for small, anterior, circumscribed areas of bleeding? a) Vasoconstrictor spray b) Topical lidocaine c) Silver nitrate sticks d) Cotton