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AANP Board Final Exam Practice — Version 1 (Questions 1–200)
Section I: Adult Primary Care — Cardiovascular & Pulmonary (1–10)
1. Scenario: A 55-year-old male presents with chest discomfort radiating to his left arm. He is
diaphoretic and nauseous. ECG shows ST-segment elevation in leads II, III, and aVF. BEST next step:
A. Schedule outpatient stress test
B. Initiate MONA protocol (Morphine, Oxygen, Nitroglycerin, Aspirin) and prepare for emergent PCI
C. Prescribe NSAIDs and discharge
D. Start antibiotics
Answer: B. Initiate MONA protocol and prepare for emergent PCI
Rationale: ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) requires immediate reperfusion therapy;
outpatient testing is inappropriate.
2. A 63-year-old female with hypertension presents with dyspnea on exertion and leg swelling. Exam
shows S3 gallop. MOST likely diagnosis:
A. COPD exacerbation
B. Heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF)
C. Pulmonary embolism
D. Acute pericarditis
Answer: B. Heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF)
Rationale: S3, leg edema, and exertional dyspnea suggest systolic heart failure.
,3. Scenario: A 45-year-old with hyperlipidemia asks about statin therapy risks. BEST counseling point:
A. “Statins cause severe liver failure in most patients.”
B. “Muscle aches and mild liver enzyme elevation can occur; regular monitoring is recommended.”
C. “Statins require no monitoring.”
D. “Statins cure hyperlipidemia completely.”
Answer: B. Muscle aches and mild liver enzyme elevation can occur; regular monitoring is
recommended.
Rationale: Statins are generally safe with monitoring; adverse effects are predictable and manageable.
4. Which symptom is MOST concerning for pulmonary embolism?
A. Productive cough
B. Mild dyspnea on exertion
C. Sudden onset dyspnea, pleuritic chest pain, tachycardia
D. Chronic wheezing
Answer: C. Sudden onset dyspnea, pleuritic chest pain, tachycardia
Rationale: Classic PE presentation includes sudden dyspnea, pleuritic pain, and cardiovascular signs.
5. Scenario: A 70-year-old with chronic COPD presents with increased sputum production and
purulence. MOST appropriate management:
A. Start antibiotics, optimize bronchodilators, and consider systemic steroids
B. Immediate intubation
C. Recommend only rest and fluids
D. Prescribe antiviral therapy
Answer: A. Start antibiotics, optimize bronchodilators, and consider systemic steroids
Rationale: Acute exacerbation of COPD requires antibiotics if infection suspected and bronchodilator
optimization.
6. BEST initial diagnostic test for suspected stable angina:
A. Echocardiogram
B. Exercise stress test
C. CT scan of lungs
D. MRI of the brain
Answer: B. Exercise stress test
Rationale: Stress testing assesses inducible ischemia in stable angina.
7. A 60-year-old male with hypertension presents with BP 180/110 mmHg and headache and visual
changes. Next best step:
A. Schedule routine follow-up
,B. Immediate antihypertensive therapy and evaluation for end-organ damage
C. Recommend lifestyle modifications only
D. Prescribe NSAIDs
Answer: B. Immediate antihypertensive therapy and evaluation for end-organ damage
Rationale: Hypertensive urgency/emergency requires rapid assessment and treatment to prevent
complications.
8. Which medication is first-line for chronic stable angina?
A. Nifedipine
B. Beta-blockers (e.g., metoprolol)
C. Digoxin
D. Diuretics
Answer: B. Beta-blockers (e.g., metoprolol)
Rationale: Beta-blockers reduce myocardial oxygen demand and improve prognosis.
9. Scenario: A patient presents with new-onset atrial fibrillation with rapid ventricular response. Most
urgent concern:
A. Long-term anticoagulation
B. Rate control and evaluation for thromboembolic risk
C. Lifestyle counseling only
D. Prescribe antibiotics
Answer: B. Rate control and evaluation for thromboembolic risk
Rationale: Rate control prevents hemodynamic compromise; anticoagulation prevents stroke.
10. Which lifestyle intervention MOST reduces cardiovascular risk in adults?
A. Increased screen time
B. Sedentary lifestyle
C. Regular exercise, healthy diet, smoking cessation
D. High-sodium diet
Answer: C. Regular exercise, healthy diet, smoking cessation
Rationale: Lifestyle modifications significantly reduce cardiovascular morbidity and mortality.
Section II: Endocrine & Metabolic (11–20)
11. Scenario: A 48-year-old with type 2 diabetes presents with fasting glucose 210 mg/dL. BEST next
step:
A. Optimize oral antidiabetic therapy and lifestyle interventions
B. Discontinue medications
, C. Prescribe antibiotics
D. Recommend only herbal remedies
Answer: A. Optimize oral antidiabetic therapy and lifestyle interventions
Rationale: Hyperglycemia requires pharmacologic and lifestyle management.
12. A 35-year-old female presents with weight gain, fatigue, and cold intolerance. Lab: TSH 8.5 µIU/mL,
free T4 low. MOST likely diagnosis:
A. Hyperthyroidism
B. Primary hypothyroidism
C. Diabetes mellitus
D. Cushing syndrome
Answer: B. Primary hypothyroidism
Rationale: Elevated TSH with low free T4 indicates primary thyroid failure.
13. Which is the preferred first-line medication for hypothyroidism?
A. Methimazole
B. Levothyroxine
C. Propylthiouracil
D. Insulin
Answer: B. Levothyroxine
Rationale: Levothyroxine replaces deficient thyroid hormone safely and effectively.
14. Scenario: A 60-year-old male with diabetes reports recurrent foot ulcers. BEST action:
A. Refer for podiatric care, optimize glucose control, and educate on foot care
B. Prescribe topical cream only
C. Ignore complaints
D. Recommend exercise only
Answer: A. Refer for podiatric care, optimize glucose control, and educate on foot care
Rationale: Preventing complications requires multidisciplinary management and glycemic control.
15. A 25-year-old presents with polyuria, polydipsia, and fasting glucose 320 mg/dL. MOST likely
diagnosis:
A. Type 1 diabetes mellitus
B. Type 2 diabetes mellitus
C. Hypoglycemia
D. Diabetes insipidus
With Complete Questions And Correct Detailed
Answers| Brand New Version!
AANP Board Final Exam Practice — Version 1 (Questions 1–200)
Section I: Adult Primary Care — Cardiovascular & Pulmonary (1–10)
1. Scenario: A 55-year-old male presents with chest discomfort radiating to his left arm. He is
diaphoretic and nauseous. ECG shows ST-segment elevation in leads II, III, and aVF. BEST next step:
A. Schedule outpatient stress test
B. Initiate MONA protocol (Morphine, Oxygen, Nitroglycerin, Aspirin) and prepare for emergent PCI
C. Prescribe NSAIDs and discharge
D. Start antibiotics
Answer: B. Initiate MONA protocol and prepare for emergent PCI
Rationale: ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) requires immediate reperfusion therapy;
outpatient testing is inappropriate.
2. A 63-year-old female with hypertension presents with dyspnea on exertion and leg swelling. Exam
shows S3 gallop. MOST likely diagnosis:
A. COPD exacerbation
B. Heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF)
C. Pulmonary embolism
D. Acute pericarditis
Answer: B. Heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF)
Rationale: S3, leg edema, and exertional dyspnea suggest systolic heart failure.
,3. Scenario: A 45-year-old with hyperlipidemia asks about statin therapy risks. BEST counseling point:
A. “Statins cause severe liver failure in most patients.”
B. “Muscle aches and mild liver enzyme elevation can occur; regular monitoring is recommended.”
C. “Statins require no monitoring.”
D. “Statins cure hyperlipidemia completely.”
Answer: B. Muscle aches and mild liver enzyme elevation can occur; regular monitoring is
recommended.
Rationale: Statins are generally safe with monitoring; adverse effects are predictable and manageable.
4. Which symptom is MOST concerning for pulmonary embolism?
A. Productive cough
B. Mild dyspnea on exertion
C. Sudden onset dyspnea, pleuritic chest pain, tachycardia
D. Chronic wheezing
Answer: C. Sudden onset dyspnea, pleuritic chest pain, tachycardia
Rationale: Classic PE presentation includes sudden dyspnea, pleuritic pain, and cardiovascular signs.
5. Scenario: A 70-year-old with chronic COPD presents with increased sputum production and
purulence. MOST appropriate management:
A. Start antibiotics, optimize bronchodilators, and consider systemic steroids
B. Immediate intubation
C. Recommend only rest and fluids
D. Prescribe antiviral therapy
Answer: A. Start antibiotics, optimize bronchodilators, and consider systemic steroids
Rationale: Acute exacerbation of COPD requires antibiotics if infection suspected and bronchodilator
optimization.
6. BEST initial diagnostic test for suspected stable angina:
A. Echocardiogram
B. Exercise stress test
C. CT scan of lungs
D. MRI of the brain
Answer: B. Exercise stress test
Rationale: Stress testing assesses inducible ischemia in stable angina.
7. A 60-year-old male with hypertension presents with BP 180/110 mmHg and headache and visual
changes. Next best step:
A. Schedule routine follow-up
,B. Immediate antihypertensive therapy and evaluation for end-organ damage
C. Recommend lifestyle modifications only
D. Prescribe NSAIDs
Answer: B. Immediate antihypertensive therapy and evaluation for end-organ damage
Rationale: Hypertensive urgency/emergency requires rapid assessment and treatment to prevent
complications.
8. Which medication is first-line for chronic stable angina?
A. Nifedipine
B. Beta-blockers (e.g., metoprolol)
C. Digoxin
D. Diuretics
Answer: B. Beta-blockers (e.g., metoprolol)
Rationale: Beta-blockers reduce myocardial oxygen demand and improve prognosis.
9. Scenario: A patient presents with new-onset atrial fibrillation with rapid ventricular response. Most
urgent concern:
A. Long-term anticoagulation
B. Rate control and evaluation for thromboembolic risk
C. Lifestyle counseling only
D. Prescribe antibiotics
Answer: B. Rate control and evaluation for thromboembolic risk
Rationale: Rate control prevents hemodynamic compromise; anticoagulation prevents stroke.
10. Which lifestyle intervention MOST reduces cardiovascular risk in adults?
A. Increased screen time
B. Sedentary lifestyle
C. Regular exercise, healthy diet, smoking cessation
D. High-sodium diet
Answer: C. Regular exercise, healthy diet, smoking cessation
Rationale: Lifestyle modifications significantly reduce cardiovascular morbidity and mortality.
Section II: Endocrine & Metabolic (11–20)
11. Scenario: A 48-year-old with type 2 diabetes presents with fasting glucose 210 mg/dL. BEST next
step:
A. Optimize oral antidiabetic therapy and lifestyle interventions
B. Discontinue medications
, C. Prescribe antibiotics
D. Recommend only herbal remedies
Answer: A. Optimize oral antidiabetic therapy and lifestyle interventions
Rationale: Hyperglycemia requires pharmacologic and lifestyle management.
12. A 35-year-old female presents with weight gain, fatigue, and cold intolerance. Lab: TSH 8.5 µIU/mL,
free T4 low. MOST likely diagnosis:
A. Hyperthyroidism
B. Primary hypothyroidism
C. Diabetes mellitus
D. Cushing syndrome
Answer: B. Primary hypothyroidism
Rationale: Elevated TSH with low free T4 indicates primary thyroid failure.
13. Which is the preferred first-line medication for hypothyroidism?
A. Methimazole
B. Levothyroxine
C. Propylthiouracil
D. Insulin
Answer: B. Levothyroxine
Rationale: Levothyroxine replaces deficient thyroid hormone safely and effectively.
14. Scenario: A 60-year-old male with diabetes reports recurrent foot ulcers. BEST action:
A. Refer for podiatric care, optimize glucose control, and educate on foot care
B. Prescribe topical cream only
C. Ignore complaints
D. Recommend exercise only
Answer: A. Refer for podiatric care, optimize glucose control, and educate on foot care
Rationale: Preventing complications requires multidisciplinary management and glycemic control.
15. A 25-year-old presents with polyuria, polydipsia, and fasting glucose 320 mg/dL. MOST likely
diagnosis:
A. Type 1 diabetes mellitus
B. Type 2 diabetes mellitus
C. Hypoglycemia
D. Diabetes insipidus
