AHS 6 Exam Questions and Answers
Graded A+
Which imaging technique visualizes deep structures of the body by recording
reflections or echoes of ultrasonic waves directed into the tissues?
Angiography
Hepatobiliary iminodiacetic acid (HIDA) scanning
Ultrasonography
Percutaneous biopsy - Correct answer-Ultrasonography
A patient arrives at the clinic with a yellow discoloration of the skin and the sclera.
The nurse anticipates the health care provider will prescribe tests to determine the
function of which organ?
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,Liver
Spleen
Kidneys
Small intestine
Rationale
Bilirubin, which is normally broken down in the liver, causes jaundice, a yellow
discoloration of the skin when the liver is not functioning properly. Jaundice is not
caused by spleen, kidney, or small intestine dysfunction. - Correct answer-Liver
Which instruction would the nurse provide to ensure drug safety in a patient who
has been prescribed propantheline (Pro-Banthine) for spasms in the liver?
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,"Take the drug only in the morning."
"Avoid alcohol intake along with the drug."
"Discontinue the drug if you develop chest pain."
"Take an anti-emetic medication along with the drug."
Rationale
Drowsiness and confusion are side effects of using propantheline (Pro-Banthine).
The patient is advised to avoid the use of central nervous system (CNS)
depressants or alcohol when taking the drug. Spironolactone (Aldactone) is taken
in the morning to avoid interference with sleep. Vasopressin (Pitressin) should be
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, discontinued if chest pain develops. The patient is prescribed gemcitabine
hydrochloride (Gemzar) with an antiemetic drug to control nausea and vomiting. -
Correct answer-"Avoid alcohol intake along with the drug."
Which form of hepatitis, with an incubation period of 10 to 40 days, is most
common today?
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis D
Rationale
Hepatitis A is the most common form of hepatitis today. Formerly termed
infectious hepatitis, it is a short-incubation virus (10-40 days). Hepatitis B is a
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Graded A+
Which imaging technique visualizes deep structures of the body by recording
reflections or echoes of ultrasonic waves directed into the tissues?
Angiography
Hepatobiliary iminodiacetic acid (HIDA) scanning
Ultrasonography
Percutaneous biopsy - Correct answer-Ultrasonography
A patient arrives at the clinic with a yellow discoloration of the skin and the sclera.
The nurse anticipates the health care provider will prescribe tests to determine the
function of which organ?
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,Liver
Spleen
Kidneys
Small intestine
Rationale
Bilirubin, which is normally broken down in the liver, causes jaundice, a yellow
discoloration of the skin when the liver is not functioning properly. Jaundice is not
caused by spleen, kidney, or small intestine dysfunction. - Correct answer-Liver
Which instruction would the nurse provide to ensure drug safety in a patient who
has been prescribed propantheline (Pro-Banthine) for spasms in the liver?
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,"Take the drug only in the morning."
"Avoid alcohol intake along with the drug."
"Discontinue the drug if you develop chest pain."
"Take an anti-emetic medication along with the drug."
Rationale
Drowsiness and confusion are side effects of using propantheline (Pro-Banthine).
The patient is advised to avoid the use of central nervous system (CNS)
depressants or alcohol when taking the drug. Spironolactone (Aldactone) is taken
in the morning to avoid interference with sleep. Vasopressin (Pitressin) should be
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, discontinued if chest pain develops. The patient is prescribed gemcitabine
hydrochloride (Gemzar) with an antiemetic drug to control nausea and vomiting. -
Correct answer-"Avoid alcohol intake along with the drug."
Which form of hepatitis, with an incubation period of 10 to 40 days, is most
common today?
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis D
Rationale
Hepatitis A is the most common form of hepatitis today. Formerly termed
infectious hepatitis, it is a short-incubation virus (10-40 days). Hepatitis B is a
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