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NR511 MIDTERM EXAM | COMPREHENSIVE
Q&A FOR GUARANTEED SUCCESS
Define diagnostic reasoning - correct-answer-Reflective thinking because the
process involves questioning one's thinking to determine if all possible avenues
have been explored and if the conclusions that are being drawn are based on
evidence.
Seen as a kind of critical thinking.
What is subjective data? - correct-answer-Anything the patient tells you or
complains of regarding their symptoms
Chief complaint
HPI
ROS
What are common eye emergency conditions that require emergency room eval?
- correct-answer-Gonococcal conjunctivitis (sight threatening because it can affect
the cornea)
Eyelid lac
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Moderate to severe subconjunctival hemorrhage with concern for more extensive
injury.
FB
Hyphema
Open or ruptured globe
Chemical injuries
Orbital cellulitis (because can cause meningitis)
IBS is a: - correct-answer-Disordered sensation or abnormal function of the small
and large bowel. Can lead to abd pain and alteration in bowel habits.
Crohn's disease is the: - correct-answer-Inflammation of any or all of the bowel
wall and any portion of the GI tract from the mouth to the anus. Can result in
"skipped lesions."
Ulcerative colitis is a: - correct-answer-Condition in which the mucosal surface of
the colon is inflamed, leading to friability, erosions and bleeding. Can affect the
entire colon.
T/F
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If you suspect diverticulitis, you can treat with abx alone. No imaging is necessary.
- correct-answer-False
T/F
It is safe to use laxatives long-term for the treatment of constipation. - correct-
answer-True (practice quiz was wrong, per instructor feedback and lesson)
T/F
According to the American Cancer Society guidelines, African Americans with no
other risk factors for colon cancer should begin routine colon cancer screening at
age 45. - correct-answer-True
T/F
In ulcerative colitis, typical symptoms include abdominal cramping, fever,
anorexia, wt loss, spasm, flatulence, and RLQ pain or mass. Stools may contain
blood, mucous, and/or pus. - correct-answer-False
T/F
In diverticulitis, typical symptoms include bleeding, cramping pain, and the urge to
defecate. Stools are characteristically watery diarrhea with blood and mucus. -
correct-answer-False
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T/F
In diverticulitis, typical symptoms include LLQ pain and tenderness, fever, change
in bowel habits (usually diarrhea), and sometimes nausea/vomiting. - correct-
answer-True
Treatment of IBS with constipation: - correct-answer-High fiber diet, Amitiza,
Linzess.
Treatment of IBS with diarrhea: - correct-answer-Lomotil, Imodium
Treatment of IBS with abd pain: - correct-answer-Bentyl, tricyclic antidepressants
T/F
Acute gastroenteritis is the most common cause of nausea and vomiting. - correct-
answer-True
T/F
NR511 MIDTERM EXAM | COMPREHENSIVE
Q&A FOR GUARANTEED SUCCESS
Define diagnostic reasoning - correct-answer-Reflective thinking because the
process involves questioning one's thinking to determine if all possible avenues
have been explored and if the conclusions that are being drawn are based on
evidence.
Seen as a kind of critical thinking.
What is subjective data? - correct-answer-Anything the patient tells you or
complains of regarding their symptoms
Chief complaint
HPI
ROS
What are common eye emergency conditions that require emergency room eval?
- correct-answer-Gonococcal conjunctivitis (sight threatening because it can affect
the cornea)
Eyelid lac
,2|Page
Moderate to severe subconjunctival hemorrhage with concern for more extensive
injury.
FB
Hyphema
Open or ruptured globe
Chemical injuries
Orbital cellulitis (because can cause meningitis)
IBS is a: - correct-answer-Disordered sensation or abnormal function of the small
and large bowel. Can lead to abd pain and alteration in bowel habits.
Crohn's disease is the: - correct-answer-Inflammation of any or all of the bowel
wall and any portion of the GI tract from the mouth to the anus. Can result in
"skipped lesions."
Ulcerative colitis is a: - correct-answer-Condition in which the mucosal surface of
the colon is inflamed, leading to friability, erosions and bleeding. Can affect the
entire colon.
T/F
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If you suspect diverticulitis, you can treat with abx alone. No imaging is necessary.
- correct-answer-False
T/F
It is safe to use laxatives long-term for the treatment of constipation. - correct-
answer-True (practice quiz was wrong, per instructor feedback and lesson)
T/F
According to the American Cancer Society guidelines, African Americans with no
other risk factors for colon cancer should begin routine colon cancer screening at
age 45. - correct-answer-True
T/F
In ulcerative colitis, typical symptoms include abdominal cramping, fever,
anorexia, wt loss, spasm, flatulence, and RLQ pain or mass. Stools may contain
blood, mucous, and/or pus. - correct-answer-False
T/F
In diverticulitis, typical symptoms include bleeding, cramping pain, and the urge to
defecate. Stools are characteristically watery diarrhea with blood and mucus. -
correct-answer-False
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T/F
In diverticulitis, typical symptoms include LLQ pain and tenderness, fever, change
in bowel habits (usually diarrhea), and sometimes nausea/vomiting. - correct-
answer-True
Treatment of IBS with constipation: - correct-answer-High fiber diet, Amitiza,
Linzess.
Treatment of IBS with diarrhea: - correct-answer-Lomotil, Imodium
Treatment of IBS with abd pain: - correct-answer-Bentyl, tricyclic antidepressants
T/F
Acute gastroenteritis is the most common cause of nausea and vomiting. - correct-
answer-True
T/F
