NR601 Final Exam
NR601 Final Exam Study Questions and
Answers UPDATED 2024
You are reviewing a pt chart before the exam. You note that the pt is using topical
capsaicin. You know that topical capsaicin is often used for tx of:
a. Diabetic neuropathy
b. Stress reduction
c. All answers are appropriate
d. Depression -Correct Answer ✔A
B -Correct Answer ✔Symptoms of depression distinct to elderly include:
a. Loss of pleasure in usual activities
b. Lack of emotions
c. Flat affect
d. Appetite/wt disturbances
A -Correct Answer ✔55yo woman presents with somatic complaints. You suspect
anxiety. You know that somatic symptoms of anxiety include:
a. All answers are appropriate
b. Palpitations, CP, tachycardia
c. Fatigue, insomnia, diaphoresis
d. Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting
NR601 Final Exam
,NR601 Final Exam
B -Correct Answer ✔KK, 53yo man, presents w/concerns about low energy, lack of joy.
You assess him using SIG-E-CAPS. You know the C stands for:
a. Catatonia
b. Concentration
c. Cognition
d. Control
F -Correct Answer ✔Pt presents w/neuropathic pain. You know the most effective meds
include:
a. Opioids & tramadol
b. Gabapentin
c. Tramadol
d. Topical lidocaine
e. Opioids
f. Gabapentin and topical lidocaine
A -Correct Answer ✔Justification for ordering CBC, TSH, serum B12 for a pt you suspect
may have clinical depression is:
a. Overlapping symptoms w/anemia, thyroid dysfunction, nutritional deficiencies
b. Rule out vascular dz
c. Differentiate between depression and anxiety
d. Determine the cause of sadness
NR601 Final Exam
,NR601 Final Exam
D -Correct Answer ✔65yo woman w/BMI 29, 15yr h/o HTN, on HCTZ 25mg for years
w/excellent response. Follow up visit: reports that for last 1-2mo, she has been thirsty,
increased urination. Last fasting BGL was 118. What action should you take next?
a. Plan to recheck BGL as scheduled at yearly physical
b. Check POC glucose now, since she has just eaten breakfast
c. Educate that the diuretic is causing the increased thirst
d. Order fasting BGL
A -Correct Answer ✔48yo female presents for annual exam. A1C is 6.2%. You interpret
this result as:
a. Prediabetes
b. T2DM
c. T1DM
d. Normal
A -Correct Answer ✔Foot problems are a major concern for diabetics due to vascular
insufficiency and neuropathy. Part of the annual exam for detection of neuropathy
should include:
a. Monofilament testing
b. Assess for loss of temp sensation
c. Physical exam of feet
d. POC glucose
NR601 Final Exam
, NR601 Final Exam
C -Correct Answer ✔Pt with BPH is seen for follow-up, has been taking finasteride
(Proscar) for 6mo. You should assess for which side effect:
a. Glaucoma
b. Headache
c. Ejaculatory dysfunction
d. HTN
B -Correct Answer ✔Pt is prescribed metformin (Glucophage). Three days later, he c/o
nausea and stomach cramping. How should you respond?
a. D/C med immediately
b. Reassure pt that this is anticipated side effect
c. Double the dosage and have pt return in 1 wk
d. Order chem 7 to check for lactic acidosis
D -Correct Answer ✔According to ADA guidelines, which of the following are appropriate
screening tests for T2DM?
a. Fasting plasma glucose
b. 2-hour OGTT
c. HgbA1C
d. All of the above
D -Correct Answer ✔Which dx should be considered in a pt presenting with erectile
dysfunction?
NR601 Final Exam
NR601 Final Exam Study Questions and
Answers UPDATED 2024
You are reviewing a pt chart before the exam. You note that the pt is using topical
capsaicin. You know that topical capsaicin is often used for tx of:
a. Diabetic neuropathy
b. Stress reduction
c. All answers are appropriate
d. Depression -Correct Answer ✔A
B -Correct Answer ✔Symptoms of depression distinct to elderly include:
a. Loss of pleasure in usual activities
b. Lack of emotions
c. Flat affect
d. Appetite/wt disturbances
A -Correct Answer ✔55yo woman presents with somatic complaints. You suspect
anxiety. You know that somatic symptoms of anxiety include:
a. All answers are appropriate
b. Palpitations, CP, tachycardia
c. Fatigue, insomnia, diaphoresis
d. Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting
NR601 Final Exam
,NR601 Final Exam
B -Correct Answer ✔KK, 53yo man, presents w/concerns about low energy, lack of joy.
You assess him using SIG-E-CAPS. You know the C stands for:
a. Catatonia
b. Concentration
c. Cognition
d. Control
F -Correct Answer ✔Pt presents w/neuropathic pain. You know the most effective meds
include:
a. Opioids & tramadol
b. Gabapentin
c. Tramadol
d. Topical lidocaine
e. Opioids
f. Gabapentin and topical lidocaine
A -Correct Answer ✔Justification for ordering CBC, TSH, serum B12 for a pt you suspect
may have clinical depression is:
a. Overlapping symptoms w/anemia, thyroid dysfunction, nutritional deficiencies
b. Rule out vascular dz
c. Differentiate between depression and anxiety
d. Determine the cause of sadness
NR601 Final Exam
,NR601 Final Exam
D -Correct Answer ✔65yo woman w/BMI 29, 15yr h/o HTN, on HCTZ 25mg for years
w/excellent response. Follow up visit: reports that for last 1-2mo, she has been thirsty,
increased urination. Last fasting BGL was 118. What action should you take next?
a. Plan to recheck BGL as scheduled at yearly physical
b. Check POC glucose now, since she has just eaten breakfast
c. Educate that the diuretic is causing the increased thirst
d. Order fasting BGL
A -Correct Answer ✔48yo female presents for annual exam. A1C is 6.2%. You interpret
this result as:
a. Prediabetes
b. T2DM
c. T1DM
d. Normal
A -Correct Answer ✔Foot problems are a major concern for diabetics due to vascular
insufficiency and neuropathy. Part of the annual exam for detection of neuropathy
should include:
a. Monofilament testing
b. Assess for loss of temp sensation
c. Physical exam of feet
d. POC glucose
NR601 Final Exam
, NR601 Final Exam
C -Correct Answer ✔Pt with BPH is seen for follow-up, has been taking finasteride
(Proscar) for 6mo. You should assess for which side effect:
a. Glaucoma
b. Headache
c. Ejaculatory dysfunction
d. HTN
B -Correct Answer ✔Pt is prescribed metformin (Glucophage). Three days later, he c/o
nausea and stomach cramping. How should you respond?
a. D/C med immediately
b. Reassure pt that this is anticipated side effect
c. Double the dosage and have pt return in 1 wk
d. Order chem 7 to check for lactic acidosis
D -Correct Answer ✔According to ADA guidelines, which of the following are appropriate
screening tests for T2DM?
a. Fasting plasma glucose
b. 2-hour OGTT
c. HgbA1C
d. All of the above
D -Correct Answer ✔Which dx should be considered in a pt presenting with erectile
dysfunction?
NR601 Final Exam
