NR 511 Final Exam
NR 511: Differential Diagnosis and
Primary Care (Chamberlain)
(Complete solutions and resources for the course exam)
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,NR 511 Final Exam
Question 1: The most cost-effective screening test for determining
HIV status is which of the following?
A. Western blot
B. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay Venereal Disease
Research Laboratory test
C. Viral load
ANS. B
Question 2: Which blood test is a nonspecific method and most helpful
for evaluating the severity and course of an inflammatory process?
A. Erythrocyte sedimentation rate
B. White blood cell count
C. Polymorphonuclear cells
D. C-reactive protein (CRP)
ANS. D
Question 3: Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of
which neurotransmitter?
A. GABA
B. Acetylcholine
C. Dopamine
D. Serotonin
ANS. C
Question 4: Mrs. Thomas was seen in the office 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 differentiates the diagnosis and is
most consistent with lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) is:
A. Ecchymosis, edema, and erythema over the lateral epicondyle
B. Pain at the elbow with resisted movements at the wrist and
forearm
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, C. Inability to supinate and pronate the arm
D. Inability to flex or extend the elbow against resistance
ANS. B
Question 5: Which of the following statements concerning the
musculoskeletal examination is true?
A. The uninvolved side should be examined initially and then
compared to the involved side.
B. The part of the body that is causing the patient pain should be
examined first.
C. When possible, the patient should not be asked to perform
active range-of-motion (ROM) exercises to avoid causing pain.
D. Radiographs should always be obtained prior to examination so
as not to cause further injury to the patient.
ANS. A
Question 6: Which of the following signs or symptoms indicate an
inflammatory etiology to musculoskeletal pain?
A. Decreased C-reactive protein
B. Hyperalbuminemia
C. Morning stiffness
D. Weight gain
ANS. C
Question 7: Which causes the greatest percentage of mammalian bites?
A. Dogs
B. Cats
C. Humans
D. Rodents
ANS. A
Question 8: A 48-year-old woman is seen in the clinic with complaints of
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NR 511: Differential Diagnosis and
Primary Care (Chamberlain)
(Complete solutions and resources for the course exam)
1
,NR 511 Final Exam
Question 1: The most cost-effective screening test for determining
HIV status is which of the following?
A. Western blot
B. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay Venereal Disease
Research Laboratory test
C. Viral load
ANS. B
Question 2: Which blood test is a nonspecific method and most helpful
for evaluating the severity and course of an inflammatory process?
A. Erythrocyte sedimentation rate
B. White blood cell count
C. Polymorphonuclear cells
D. C-reactive protein (CRP)
ANS. D
Question 3: Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of
which neurotransmitter?
A. GABA
B. Acetylcholine
C. Dopamine
D. Serotonin
ANS. C
Question 4: Mrs. Thomas was seen in the office 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 differentiates the diagnosis and is
most consistent with lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) is:
A. Ecchymosis, edema, and erythema over the lateral epicondyle
B. Pain at the elbow with resisted movements at the wrist and
forearm
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, C. Inability to supinate and pronate the arm
D. Inability to flex or extend the elbow against resistance
ANS. B
Question 5: Which of the following statements concerning the
musculoskeletal examination is true?
A. The uninvolved side should be examined initially and then
compared to the involved side.
B. The part of the body that is causing the patient pain should be
examined first.
C. When possible, the patient should not be asked to perform
active range-of-motion (ROM) exercises to avoid causing pain.
D. Radiographs should always be obtained prior to examination so
as not to cause further injury to the patient.
ANS. A
Question 6: Which of the following signs or symptoms indicate an
inflammatory etiology to musculoskeletal pain?
A. Decreased C-reactive protein
B. Hyperalbuminemia
C. Morning stiffness
D. Weight gain
ANS. C
Question 7: Which causes the greatest percentage of mammalian bites?
A. Dogs
B. Cats
C. Humans
D. Rodents
ANS. A
Question 8: A 48-year-old woman is seen in the clinic with complaints of
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