Dunphy Review Exam Adult Gero and FNP Questions and Answers

Dunphy Review Exam Adult Gero and FNP Questions and Answers 1-179 Which legislation is the basis for the federal Medicare program? A. Title XVIII of the amendments to the Social Security Act B. The original Social Security Act C. The Health Insurance Association of America Act D. Title XIX of the amendments to the Social Security Act - Answer-Answer: 1-179 Answer A Content area: Issues in Primary Care (chap. 19) 1-180 George, age 62, just had a carotid Doppler scan done to determine what type of cerebrovascular accident (CVA) he suffered. If the results show an occlusion of the carotid artery, which type of CVA is suspected? A. Transient ischemic attack B. Ischemic CVA C. Embolic CVA D. Hemorrhagic CVA - Answer-Answer: 1-180 Answer B Content area: Neurological Problems (chap. 7) 1-181 What are the components of Cushing's triad? A. Hypertension, bradycardia, irregular respirations B. Hypotension, tachycardia, regular respirations C. Normotension, bradycardia, regular respirations D. Hypertension, tachycardia, irregular respirations - Answer-Answer: 1-181 Answer A Content area: Endocrine and Metabolic Problems (chap. 17) 1-182 Joan, age 24, has chronic fatigue syndrome. She is so frustrated with her family and friends thinking that it is all in her head that she tells you that she has actually thought about suicide. Knowing which of the following would be most helpful in assessing Joan's suicidal risk? A. If there is a history of suicide in the family B. If Joan lives alone C. If Joan uses any alcohol or recreational drugs D. If Joan has developed a plan for the suicide - Answer-Answer: 1-182 Answer D Content area: Neurological Problems (chap. 7) 1-183 Which nerve root is responsible for the patellar reflex? A. L2 B. L3 C. L4 D. L5 - Answer-Answer: 1-183 Answer C Content area: Musculoskeletal Problems (chap. 16) 1-184 Constipation in older adults is commonly caused by which of the following? A. A high-fiber diet B. An excessive fluid intake