NR 511 FINAL EXAM
NR 511 FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A+
The most cost-effective screening test for determining HIV status is
which of the following? ANS >> Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
Which blood test is a nonspecific method and most helpful
for evaluating the severity and course of an inflammatory process? ANS
>> C-reactive protein (CRP
Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of
which neurotransmitter? ANS >> Dopamine
Mrs. Thomas was seen in the office complaining of pain and
point tenderness in the area of her elbow. The pain has increased
following a day of gardening one week ago. A physical finding that
differentiates the diagnosis and is most consistent with lateral
epicondylitis (tennis elbow) is: ANS >> Pain at the elbow with resisted
movements at the wrist and forearm
,NR 511 FINAL EXAM
Which of the following statements concerning the
musculoskeletal examination is true? ANS >> The uninvolved side should
be examined initially and then compared to the involved side.
Which of the following signs or symptoms indicate an
inflammatory aetiology to musculoskeletal pain? ANS >> Morning
stiffness
Which causes the greatest percentage of mammalian bites? ANS >>
Dogs
A 48-year-old woman is seen in the clinic with complaints of
prolonged heavy menstrual periods. She is pale and states she can no
longer exercise. Pelvic exam reveals a single, very large mass. Which of
the following diagnostic tests should the clinician order first? ANS >>
Transvaginal ultrasound
A diabetic patient asks the clinician why he needs to check
his blood sugar at home even when he feels good. Which of the
following responses would be most appropriate? ANS >> Control of
glucose will help postpone or delay
complications."
"Regularly checking blood sugar will help establish a routine."
, NR 511 FINAL EXAM
"Monitoring glucose will promote a sense of control."
ALL OF THE ABOVE
A 25-year-old patient presents to the clinic with fatigue, cold
intolerance, weight gain, and constipation for the past 3 months. On
physical examination, the clinician notices a sinus bradycardia; muscular
stiffness; coarse, dry hair; and a delay in relaxation in deep tendon
reflexes. Which of the following tests should be ordered next? ANS >>
TSH
Which of the following medications for type 2 diabetes
mellitus should not be prescribed during pregnancy? ANS >> Glucitol
During a DRE on a 75-year-old man, the clinician suspects
the patient has prostate cancer. What physical finding should make the
clinician suspicious? ANS >> An enlarged rubbery gland
Eddie, age 4, presents to the ED with a live insect trapped in
his ear canal causing a lot of distress. What should be your first step?
ANS >> Immobilize the insect with 2% lidocaine.
What is the most common cause of microcytic anaemia? ANS >> Iron-
deficiency anaemia
NR 511 FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A+
The most cost-effective screening test for determining HIV status is
which of the following? ANS >> Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
Which blood test is a nonspecific method and most helpful
for evaluating the severity and course of an inflammatory process? ANS
>> C-reactive protein (CRP
Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of
which neurotransmitter? ANS >> Dopamine
Mrs. Thomas was seen in the office complaining of pain and
point tenderness in the area of her elbow. The pain has increased
following a day of gardening one week ago. A physical finding that
differentiates the diagnosis and is most consistent with lateral
epicondylitis (tennis elbow) is: ANS >> Pain at the elbow with resisted
movements at the wrist and forearm
,NR 511 FINAL EXAM
Which of the following statements concerning the
musculoskeletal examination is true? ANS >> The uninvolved side should
be examined initially and then compared to the involved side.
Which of the following signs or symptoms indicate an
inflammatory aetiology to musculoskeletal pain? ANS >> Morning
stiffness
Which causes the greatest percentage of mammalian bites? ANS >>
Dogs
A 48-year-old woman is seen in the clinic with complaints of
prolonged heavy menstrual periods. She is pale and states she can no
longer exercise. Pelvic exam reveals a single, very large mass. Which of
the following diagnostic tests should the clinician order first? ANS >>
Transvaginal ultrasound
A diabetic patient asks the clinician why he needs to check
his blood sugar at home even when he feels good. Which of the
following responses would be most appropriate? ANS >> Control of
glucose will help postpone or delay
complications."
"Regularly checking blood sugar will help establish a routine."
, NR 511 FINAL EXAM
"Monitoring glucose will promote a sense of control."
ALL OF THE ABOVE
A 25-year-old patient presents to the clinic with fatigue, cold
intolerance, weight gain, and constipation for the past 3 months. On
physical examination, the clinician notices a sinus bradycardia; muscular
stiffness; coarse, dry hair; and a delay in relaxation in deep tendon
reflexes. Which of the following tests should be ordered next? ANS >>
TSH
Which of the following medications for type 2 diabetes
mellitus should not be prescribed during pregnancy? ANS >> Glucitol
During a DRE on a 75-year-old man, the clinician suspects
the patient has prostate cancer. What physical finding should make the
clinician suspicious? ANS >> An enlarged rubbery gland
Eddie, age 4, presents to the ED with a live insect trapped in
his ear canal causing a lot of distress. What should be your first step?
ANS >> Immobilize the insect with 2% lidocaine.
What is the most common cause of microcytic anaemia? ANS >> Iron-
deficiency anaemia
