NR511 / NR 511 Final Exam
Differential Diagnosis & Primary Care Practicum
Questions and Answers (Verified Answers)
1. The most cost-e ective screening test for determining HIV status is which o
the following
ANS Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
2. Which blood test is a nonspecific method and most helpful
for evaluating the severity and course of aninflammatory process
ANS C-reactive protein (CRP
3. Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of
which neurotransmitter
,ANS Dopamine
4. Mrs. Thomas was seen in the o ce
complaining of pain and
point tenderness in the area of her elbow. The pain has increased following a
day of gardening one week ago. A physical finding that di erentiates the
diagnosis and is most consistent with lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) is
ANS Pain at the elbow with resisted movements at the wrist and forearm
5. Which of the following statements concerning the
musculoskeletal examination is true
ANS The uninvolved side should be examined initially and then compared to the
involved side.
6. Which of the following signs or symptoms indicate an
inflammatory etiology to musculoskeletal pain
ANS Morning stiness
, 7. Which causes the greatest percentage of mammalian bites
ANS Dogs
8. A 48-year-old woman is seen in the clinic with complaints of
prolonged heavy menstrual periods. She is pale and states she can no longer
exercise. Pelvic exam reveals a single, very large mass. Which of the following
diagnostic tests should the clinician order first
ANS Transvaginal ultrasound
9. A diabetic patient asks the clinician why he needs to check
his blood sugar at home even when he feels good. Which of the following
responses would be most appropriate
ANS Control of glucose will help postpone or delay
complications."
"Regularly checking blood sugar will help establish a routine."
"Monitoring glucose will promote a sense of control."
ALL OF THE ABOVE
Differential Diagnosis & Primary Care Practicum
Questions and Answers (Verified Answers)
1. The most cost-e ective screening test for determining HIV status is which o
the following
ANS Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
2. Which blood test is a nonspecific method and most helpful
for evaluating the severity and course of aninflammatory process
ANS C-reactive protein (CRP
3. Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of
which neurotransmitter
,ANS Dopamine
4. Mrs. Thomas was seen in the o ce
complaining of pain and
point tenderness in the area of her elbow. The pain has increased following a
day of gardening one week ago. A physical finding that di erentiates the
diagnosis and is most consistent with lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) is
ANS Pain at the elbow with resisted movements at the wrist and forearm
5. Which of the following statements concerning the
musculoskeletal examination is true
ANS The uninvolved side should be examined initially and then compared to the
involved side.
6. Which of the following signs or symptoms indicate an
inflammatory etiology to musculoskeletal pain
ANS Morning stiness
, 7. Which causes the greatest percentage of mammalian bites
ANS Dogs
8. A 48-year-old woman is seen in the clinic with complaints of
prolonged heavy menstrual periods. She is pale and states she can no longer
exercise. Pelvic exam reveals a single, very large mass. Which of the following
diagnostic tests should the clinician order first
ANS Transvaginal ultrasound
9. A diabetic patient asks the clinician why he needs to check
his blood sugar at home even when he feels good. Which of the following
responses would be most appropriate
ANS Control of glucose will help postpone or delay
complications."
"Regularly checking blood sugar will help establish a routine."
"Monitoring glucose will promote a sense of control."
ALL OF THE ABOVE
