PRACTITIONER (FNP) | ADULT-GERONTOLOGY
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Question 1
A 56-year-old man with hypertension and type 2 diabetes presents with exertional
chest discomfort relieved by rest. Vital signs are stable. Which is the most
appropriate initial diagnostic test?
A. Cardiac CT angiography
B. Exercise stress test
C. Coronary angiography
D. Cardiac MRI
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: In a stable patient with suspected stable angina and the ability to
exercise, an exercise stress test is the appropriate initial diagnostic evaluation.
Invasive or advanced imaging is reserved for abnormal or inconclusive results.
Question 2
A 32-year-old woman presents with fatigue, weight gain, constipation, and cold
intolerance. TSH is elevated and free T4 is low. Which medication is first-line
treatment?
A. Liothyronine
B. Methimazole
C. Levothyroxine
D. Propranolol
Correct Answer: C
,Rationale: Primary hypothyroidism is treated with levothyroxine, a synthetic T4
replacement that restores normal thyroid hormone levels.
Question 3
A patient with chronic kidney disease stage 3 is being treated for hypertension.
Which medication provides renal protection?
A. Amlodipine
B. Hydrochlorothiazide
C. Lisinopril
D. Metoprolol
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: ACE inhibitors reduce intraglomerular pressure and slow progression
of chronic kidney disease, particularly in patients with proteinuria.
Question 4
A 68-year-old woman reports progressive memory loss affecting daily activities.
Which finding is most consistent with Alzheimer disease?
A. Sudden onset of symptoms
B. Fluctuating cognition
C. Gradual memory decline
D. Early gait disturbance
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Alzheimer disease presents with gradual, progressive memory
impairment. Fluctuating cognition suggests dementia with Lewy bodies, while
sudden onset suggests vascular causes.
,Question 5
A patient presents with dysuria, urinary frequency, and suprapubic discomfort.
Urinalysis shows positive nitrites and leukocyte esterase. What is the most likely
pathogen?
A. Staphylococcus saprophyticus
B. Enterococcus faecalis
C. Escherichia coli
D. Proteus mirabilis
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Escherichia coli is the most common cause of uncomplicated urinary
tract infections and commonly produces nitrites.
Question 6
A 45-year-old man presents with epigastric pain relieved by eating. Which
condition is most likely?
A. Gastric ulcer
B. Duodenal ulcer
C. Acute pancreatitis
D. GERD
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Duodenal ulcer pain typically improves with meals, whereas gastric
ulcer pain worsens with eating.
Question 7
Which immunization is recommended annually for adults over 65 years?
A. Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine
B. Zoster vaccine
C. Influenza vaccine
D. Tdap
, Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Annual influenza vaccination is recommended for all adults, especially
those over 65 due to higher morbidity and mortality risk.
Question 8
A patient with COPD presents with increased sputum production and dyspnea.
Which medication provides bronchodilation and symptom relief?
A. Inhaled corticosteroid
B. Short-acting beta-agonist
C. Leukotriene modifier
D. Oral antihistamine
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Short-acting beta-agonists are first-line for acute symptom relief in
COPD exacerbations.
Question 9
A 28-year-old woman presents with irregular menses, acne, and hirsutism. Which
diagnosis is most likely?
A. Hypothyroidism
B. Cushing syndrome
C. Polycystic ovary syndrome
D. Hyperprolactinemia
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: PCOS commonly presents with hyperandrogenism, irregular
menstruation, and metabolic abnormalities.