In examination of the nose, the clinician observes gray, pale mucous membranes with clear,
serous discharge. This is most likely indicative of: - ANSWER Allergic rhinitis
Your patient complains of a feeling of heaviness in the lower legs daily. You note varicosities,
edema, and dusky color of both ankles and feet. Which of the following is the most likely
cause for these symptoms? - ANSWER Venous insufficiency
Which of the following is the most important question to ask during cardiovascular health
history? - ANSWER Sudden death of a family member
Rheumatic heart disease is a complication that can arise from which type of infection? - AN-
SWER Group A beta hemolytic streptococcus
A cough is described as chronic if it has been present for: - ANSWER 8 weeks or more
A key symptom of ischemic heart disease is chest pain. However, angina equivalents may in-
clude exertional dyspnea. Angina equivalents are important because: - ANSWER A&B
only
A woman with an X-linked dominant disorder will: - ANSWER Transmit the disorder to
50% of her offspring (male or female)
A 55-year-old post-menopausal woman with a history of hypertension complains of jaw pain
on heavy exertion. There were no complaints of chest pain. Her ECG indicates normal sinus
rhythm without ST segment abnormalities. Your plan may include: - ANSWER Exercise
stress test
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, The aging process causes what normal physiological changes in the heart? - ANSWER the
heart valve thickens and becomes rigid, secondary to fibrosis and sclerosis
It is important to not dilate the eye if ____ is suspected - ANSWER Acute closed-angle
glaucoma
Your patient is a 78-year-old female with a smoking history of 120-pack years. She complains
of hoarseness that has developed over the last few months. It is important to exclude the
possibility of: - ANSWER Laryngeal cancer
In examining the mouth of an older adult with a history of smoking, the nurse practitioner
finds a suspicious oral lesion. The patient has been referred for a biopsy to be sent for pa-
thology. Which is the most common oral precancerous lesion? - ANSWER Leukoplakia
A 20-year-old engineering student complains of episodes of abdominal discomfort, bloating,
and episodes of diarrhea. The symptoms usually occur after eating, and pain is frequently
relieved with bowel movement. She is on a "celiac diet" and the episodic symptoms persist.
Physical examination and diagnostic tests are negative. Colonoscopy is negative for any ab-
normalities. This is a history and physical consistent with: - ANSWER Irritable bowel syn-
drome
The most common cause of eye redness is: - ANSWER Conjunctivitis
In AR disorders, carriers have: - ANSWER One copy of a gene mutation but not the dis-
ease
According to the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA): - ANSWER All of the
above
Aortic regurgitation requires medical treatment for early signs of CHF with: - ANSWER
ACE inhibitors
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serous discharge. This is most likely indicative of: - ANSWER Allergic rhinitis
Your patient complains of a feeling of heaviness in the lower legs daily. You note varicosities,
edema, and dusky color of both ankles and feet. Which of the following is the most likely
cause for these symptoms? - ANSWER Venous insufficiency
Which of the following is the most important question to ask during cardiovascular health
history? - ANSWER Sudden death of a family member
Rheumatic heart disease is a complication that can arise from which type of infection? - AN-
SWER Group A beta hemolytic streptococcus
A cough is described as chronic if it has been present for: - ANSWER 8 weeks or more
A key symptom of ischemic heart disease is chest pain. However, angina equivalents may in-
clude exertional dyspnea. Angina equivalents are important because: - ANSWER A&B
only
A woman with an X-linked dominant disorder will: - ANSWER Transmit the disorder to
50% of her offspring (male or female)
A 55-year-old post-menopausal woman with a history of hypertension complains of jaw pain
on heavy exertion. There were no complaints of chest pain. Her ECG indicates normal sinus
rhythm without ST segment abnormalities. Your plan may include: - ANSWER Exercise
stress test
1
, The aging process causes what normal physiological changes in the heart? - ANSWER the
heart valve thickens and becomes rigid, secondary to fibrosis and sclerosis
It is important to not dilate the eye if ____ is suspected - ANSWER Acute closed-angle
glaucoma
Your patient is a 78-year-old female with a smoking history of 120-pack years. She complains
of hoarseness that has developed over the last few months. It is important to exclude the
possibility of: - ANSWER Laryngeal cancer
In examining the mouth of an older adult with a history of smoking, the nurse practitioner
finds a suspicious oral lesion. The patient has been referred for a biopsy to be sent for pa-
thology. Which is the most common oral precancerous lesion? - ANSWER Leukoplakia
A 20-year-old engineering student complains of episodes of abdominal discomfort, bloating,
and episodes of diarrhea. The symptoms usually occur after eating, and pain is frequently
relieved with bowel movement. She is on a "celiac diet" and the episodic symptoms persist.
Physical examination and diagnostic tests are negative. Colonoscopy is negative for any ab-
normalities. This is a history and physical consistent with: - ANSWER Irritable bowel syn-
drome
The most common cause of eye redness is: - ANSWER Conjunctivitis
In AR disorders, carriers have: - ANSWER One copy of a gene mutation but not the dis-
ease
According to the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA): - ANSWER All of the
above
Aortic regurgitation requires medical treatment for early signs of CHF with: - ANSWER
ACE inhibitors
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