NR 603 CEA Exam Practice Test| 2026 Updated | With Complete Solutions.

NR 603 CEA Exam Practice Test| 2026 Updated |
With Complete Solutions.



1. Describe how a pulmonary function test with spirometry aids in the
diagnosis of COPD.

It evaluates the presence of lung infections through imaging.

It tests for allergic reactions affecting lung capacity.

It measures lung function and airflow, helping to identify
obstructive patterns characteristic of COPD.

It assesses blood oxygen levels to determine respiratory distress.

2. What is the primary treatment approach for classic phase 2 migraines?

Physical therapy

Dietary changes

Surgical intervention

Medication management

3. According to the rule of palms, the

paramedic's palmar surface area is equal to approximately 5
percent body surface area.

paramedic's palmar surface area is equal to approximately 2
percent body surface area.

patient's palmar surface area is equal to approximately 1 percent
body surface area.

,paramedic's palmar surface area is equal to approximately 1
percent body surface area.

patient's palmar surface area is equal to approximately 2 percent
body surface area.

,4. If a patient with severe COPD and coronary artery disease experiences
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worsening symptoms, which medication adjustment involving Norvasc
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wouldbe appropriate?
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j l Switch to a different beta blocker that is not contraindicated.
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5. The point of maximal impulse (PMI) is located ______ _.
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j l Superior to the suprasternal notch over the aortic arch jl jl jl jl jl jl jl jl




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j l Just to the right of the sternum over the ascending aorta
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6. Lab test preformed on a patient indicate macrocytic anemia. Which
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disorderis the patient most likelyto be experiencing?
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j l Anemia of chronic disease jl jl jl




7. What lung condition is indicated by the presence of crackles that clear
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after coughing?
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j l Bronchitis

j l Pneumonia

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8. Describe the difference between gustatory hallucinations and
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stereognosis in the context of patient assessments.
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9. In a clinical setting, if a patient reports an unpleasant taste during an
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assessment, what should be the nurse's immediate action regarding the
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patient's mental status?
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j l Ignore the symptom as it is not relevant to the assessment.
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j l Assess for potential gustatory hallucinations and evaluate the
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10. The nurse is auscultating the lungs of a sleeping patient and notes short,
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popping, crackling sounds that stop after a few breaths. The nurse
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recognizes that these breath sounds are:
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j l Vesicular breath sounds. jl jl




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j l Fine crackles, which may be a sign of pneumonia.
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