NSG6020 Final Exam 2026 | 165 Questions & Answers |
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1. Describe the significance of diminished radial pulses in a clinical assessment.
Diminished radial pulses are a normal finding in healthy individuals.
Diminished radial pulses are primarily related to heart failure.
Diminished radial pulses suggest an increase in venous return.
Diminished radial pulses may indicate compromised blood flow,
often associated with arterial emboli.
2. In a scenario where a patient is anxious about a procedure, how can a
healthcare provider use teaching during the physical examination to alleviate
concerns?
By rushing through the examination to save time.
By avoiding discussion of the procedure to prevent overwhelming the
patient.
By focusing solely on the patient's medical history without providing
context.
By explaining the procedure and its benefits, the provider can
reduce anxiety and build trust.
3. Which of the following refers to an inability to allow for penetration, is
relatively common, and may occur later in life even if the woman has
previously enjoyed painless intercourse?
Hypoactive sexual desire disorder
Sexual arousal disorder
Dyspareunia
, Sexual aversion disorder
Vaginismus
4. You are assessing a 56-year-old male with a known history of mitral
regurgitation. Which of the following are expected assessment findings?
Diastolic murmur, heard loudest at the apex, opening snap following
S2
Pansystolic murmur, heard loudest at the apex, radiates to the axilla
Systolic murmur, heard loudest at the apex, heard in carotid arteries
Diastolic murmur, heard loudest along left sternal border, increases
with inspiration
5. "Coffee-grounds" emesis is another term for:
gastritis
vomiting due to GERD
hematemesis
cirrhosis
6. What is a common cause of constipation in patients?
High protein diet
Lack of dietary fiber
Excessive hydration
Regular exercise
,7. If a nurse is caring for a patient who has recently undergone a unilateral
mastectomy, what is an appropriate nursing intervention to support the
patient's recovery?
Focus solely on physical rehabilitation exercises.
Advise the patient to ignore any feelings of sadness.
Provide emotional support and counseling resources.
Encourage the patient to avoid discussing their feelings.
8. What should a nurse do first when a patient reports abdominal pain?
Assess the patient's symptoms and medical history.
Ignore the complaint if no visible symptoms are present.
Administer pain medication immediately.
Refer the patient to a specialist.
9. Which of the following types of cancer is common but has a low chance of
survival according to the graph?
D. Bowel
, C. Breast
B. Testicular
F. Lung
A. Prostate
E. Uterus
10. Interpret the significance of a drum-like sound during abdominal percussion
in a clinical assessment.
A drum-like sound indicates a solid mass in the abdomen.
A drum-like sound, or hyperresonance, may indicate the presence
of excess gas or fluid in the abdomen.
A drum-like sound suggests normal abdominal function and health.
A drum-like sound is a sign of dehydration.
11. In a scenario where a patient presents with eupneic respirations and a pulse
of 58, what would be the most appropriate initial nursing intervention?
Start intravenous fluids without further assessment.
Administer oxygen therapy immediately.
Prepare the patient for intubation.
Monitor the patient's vital signs closely and assess for additional
symptoms.
12. A patient presents with excruciating pain on one side of his head, especially
around his eye, forehead, and cheek that occurs once or twice each day and
lasts about 30 minutes to 2 hours. The nurse suspects:
migraine headaches.
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1. Describe the significance of diminished radial pulses in a clinical assessment.
Diminished radial pulses are a normal finding in healthy individuals.
Diminished radial pulses are primarily related to heart failure.
Diminished radial pulses suggest an increase in venous return.
Diminished radial pulses may indicate compromised blood flow,
often associated with arterial emboli.
2. In a scenario where a patient is anxious about a procedure, how can a
healthcare provider use teaching during the physical examination to alleviate
concerns?
By rushing through the examination to save time.
By avoiding discussion of the procedure to prevent overwhelming the
patient.
By focusing solely on the patient's medical history without providing
context.
By explaining the procedure and its benefits, the provider can
reduce anxiety and build trust.
3. Which of the following refers to an inability to allow for penetration, is
relatively common, and may occur later in life even if the woman has
previously enjoyed painless intercourse?
Hypoactive sexual desire disorder
Sexual arousal disorder
Dyspareunia
, Sexual aversion disorder
Vaginismus
4. You are assessing a 56-year-old male with a known history of mitral
regurgitation. Which of the following are expected assessment findings?
Diastolic murmur, heard loudest at the apex, opening snap following
S2
Pansystolic murmur, heard loudest at the apex, radiates to the axilla
Systolic murmur, heard loudest at the apex, heard in carotid arteries
Diastolic murmur, heard loudest along left sternal border, increases
with inspiration
5. "Coffee-grounds" emesis is another term for:
gastritis
vomiting due to GERD
hematemesis
cirrhosis
6. What is a common cause of constipation in patients?
High protein diet
Lack of dietary fiber
Excessive hydration
Regular exercise
,7. If a nurse is caring for a patient who has recently undergone a unilateral
mastectomy, what is an appropriate nursing intervention to support the
patient's recovery?
Focus solely on physical rehabilitation exercises.
Advise the patient to ignore any feelings of sadness.
Provide emotional support and counseling resources.
Encourage the patient to avoid discussing their feelings.
8. What should a nurse do first when a patient reports abdominal pain?
Assess the patient's symptoms and medical history.
Ignore the complaint if no visible symptoms are present.
Administer pain medication immediately.
Refer the patient to a specialist.
9. Which of the following types of cancer is common but has a low chance of
survival according to the graph?
D. Bowel
, C. Breast
B. Testicular
F. Lung
A. Prostate
E. Uterus
10. Interpret the significance of a drum-like sound during abdominal percussion
in a clinical assessment.
A drum-like sound indicates a solid mass in the abdomen.
A drum-like sound, or hyperresonance, may indicate the presence
of excess gas or fluid in the abdomen.
A drum-like sound suggests normal abdominal function and health.
A drum-like sound is a sign of dehydration.
11. In a scenario where a patient presents with eupneic respirations and a pulse
of 58, what would be the most appropriate initial nursing intervention?
Start intravenous fluids without further assessment.
Administer oxygen therapy immediately.
Prepare the patient for intubation.
Monitor the patient's vital signs closely and assess for additional
symptoms.
12. A patient presents with excruciating pain on one side of his head, especially
around his eye, forehead, and cheek that occurs once or twice each day and
lasts about 30 minutes to 2 hours. The nurse suspects:
migraine headaches.
