NSG 554 Exam 4 Medical Conditions 2026 | Most Tested
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1. Describe how bursitis typically presents in a patient.
Bursitis is characterized by widespread muscle pain and fatigue.
Bursitis usually presents with localized pain, swelling, and
tenderness around the affected joint.
Bursitis typically shows no symptoms until advanced stages.
Bursitis presents with severe headaches and visual disturbances.
2. What is one common treatment option for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
(PCOS)?
Hormonal contraceptives
Antibiotics
Chemotherapy
Insulin injections
3. A patient was recently diagnosed with Addison's disease as a result of an
autoimmune condition affecting the adrenal cortex. Which laboratory values
would support this diagnosis?
Decreased corticotropic releasing factor (CRF)
Elevated adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
Elevated aldosterone
Elevated cortisol
4. What is a common laboratory finding in patients with Addison's disease?
, Elevated white blood cell count
High blood sugar
Low cortisol levels
Increased insulin levels
5. What is one common treatment option for carpal tunnel syndrome?
Antibiotics
Wrist splinting
Surgery
Physical therapy
6. If a patient presents with joint pain and swelling after a recent increase in
physical activity, what condition might they be experiencing, and what initial
treatment could be recommended?
Bursitis; initial treatment could include rest and ice application.
Fracture; initial treatment could include immobilization with a cast.
Arthritis; initial treatment could include antibiotics.
Tendinitis; initial treatment could include surgery.
7. If a patient with a sedentary lifestyle is at risk for fractures, what intervention
could be recommended to mitigate this risk?
Limit fluid intake
Advise complete bed rest
Encourage regular weight-bearing exercise
Increase sugar intake
,8. If a patient presents with symptoms of muscle weakness and irregular
heartbeat, what condition might you suspect, and what initial test would you
order?
Hypercalcemia; a serum calcium level test.
Hyperkalemia; a serum potassium level test.
Hypokalemia; a complete blood count.
Hypertension; a blood glucose test.
9. According to DSM-5, a diagnosis of depression must include either
depressed mood or which of the following?
loss of interest or pleasure
memory loss
feelings of worthlessness
History of suicide attempt
10. A principal feature associated with pheochromocytoma is
Severe hypotension
Severe hyperpigmentation
Severe hyperparathyroidism
Severe hypertension
11. Describe how medial epicondylitis typically presents in patients.
Medial epicondylitis usually presents with pain and tenderness on
the inner elbow, especially during activities that involve wrist
flexion.
, Medial epicondylitis is characterized by swelling in the knee and
difficulty walking.
Medial epicondylitis presents with numbness in the fingers and
weakness in grip strength.
Medial epicondylitis is identified by stiffness in the shoulder and pain
during overhead activities.
12. Your patient has polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and does not desire
future pregnancy. The best pharmacological treatment combination for this
condition is:
Clomid, Metformin, Retin A for acne
Antidepressant, an IUD, a mood stabilizer
Oral birth control pills, Glucophage, Spironolactone
A testosterone-reducing drug, an antidepressant
13. Describe the common symptoms associated with lateral epicondylitis.
Common symptoms include numbness in the fingers.
Common symptoms include swelling and stiffness in the wrist.
Common symptoms include pain and tenderness on the outer
elbow, especially when gripping or lifting objects.
Common symptoms include pain in the shoulder joint.
14. What is one common symptom of substance abuse as outlined in the
diagnostic criteria?
Improved social interactions
Decreased appetite
Increased tolerance to the substance
Questions & Verified Answers | Latest Update | Graded A+
1. Describe how bursitis typically presents in a patient.
Bursitis is characterized by widespread muscle pain and fatigue.
Bursitis usually presents with localized pain, swelling, and
tenderness around the affected joint.
Bursitis typically shows no symptoms until advanced stages.
Bursitis presents with severe headaches and visual disturbances.
2. What is one common treatment option for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
(PCOS)?
Hormonal contraceptives
Antibiotics
Chemotherapy
Insulin injections
3. A patient was recently diagnosed with Addison's disease as a result of an
autoimmune condition affecting the adrenal cortex. Which laboratory values
would support this diagnosis?
Decreased corticotropic releasing factor (CRF)
Elevated adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
Elevated aldosterone
Elevated cortisol
4. What is a common laboratory finding in patients with Addison's disease?
, Elevated white blood cell count
High blood sugar
Low cortisol levels
Increased insulin levels
5. What is one common treatment option for carpal tunnel syndrome?
Antibiotics
Wrist splinting
Surgery
Physical therapy
6. If a patient presents with joint pain and swelling after a recent increase in
physical activity, what condition might they be experiencing, and what initial
treatment could be recommended?
Bursitis; initial treatment could include rest and ice application.
Fracture; initial treatment could include immobilization with a cast.
Arthritis; initial treatment could include antibiotics.
Tendinitis; initial treatment could include surgery.
7. If a patient with a sedentary lifestyle is at risk for fractures, what intervention
could be recommended to mitigate this risk?
Limit fluid intake
Advise complete bed rest
Encourage regular weight-bearing exercise
Increase sugar intake
,8. If a patient presents with symptoms of muscle weakness and irregular
heartbeat, what condition might you suspect, and what initial test would you
order?
Hypercalcemia; a serum calcium level test.
Hyperkalemia; a serum potassium level test.
Hypokalemia; a complete blood count.
Hypertension; a blood glucose test.
9. According to DSM-5, a diagnosis of depression must include either
depressed mood or which of the following?
loss of interest or pleasure
memory loss
feelings of worthlessness
History of suicide attempt
10. A principal feature associated with pheochromocytoma is
Severe hypotension
Severe hyperpigmentation
Severe hyperparathyroidism
Severe hypertension
11. Describe how medial epicondylitis typically presents in patients.
Medial epicondylitis usually presents with pain and tenderness on
the inner elbow, especially during activities that involve wrist
flexion.
, Medial epicondylitis is characterized by swelling in the knee and
difficulty walking.
Medial epicondylitis presents with numbness in the fingers and
weakness in grip strength.
Medial epicondylitis is identified by stiffness in the shoulder and pain
during overhead activities.
12. Your patient has polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and does not desire
future pregnancy. The best pharmacological treatment combination for this
condition is:
Clomid, Metformin, Retin A for acne
Antidepressant, an IUD, a mood stabilizer
Oral birth control pills, Glucophage, Spironolactone
A testosterone-reducing drug, an antidepressant
13. Describe the common symptoms associated with lateral epicondylitis.
Common symptoms include numbness in the fingers.
Common symptoms include swelling and stiffness in the wrist.
Common symptoms include pain and tenderness on the outer
elbow, especially when gripping or lifting objects.
Common symptoms include pain in the shoulder joint.
14. What is one common symptom of substance abuse as outlined in the
diagnostic criteria?
Improved social interactions
Decreased appetite
Increased tolerance to the substance
