ANCC FNP STUDY 2026
WITH CORRECT
QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS.
,What causes oral hairy leukoplakia? - correct ans:EBV
Koplik's spot - correct ans:clusters of small red papules with white centers
located on the buccal mucosa by the lower molars (o = kopliks)
Prodromic viral of measles appears 2-3 days before the rash
Geographic tongue - correct ans:inflammatory disorder that usually appears
on top and side of the tongue
multiple fissures and irreregular smoother areas on its surface that make it
look like a topographic map
Cheilosis - correct ans:painful inflammation and cracking of the corners of
the mouth
Peritonsillar abscess - correct ans:severe sore throat, difficulty swallowing,
trismus, and muffled "hot potato" voice
abscess displaces the uvula
pterygium - correct ans:yellow, triangular thickening of the conjunctiva that
extends across the cornea on the nasal side
Pinguecula - correct ans:yellowish, raised growth on the conjunctiva next to
the cornea
Chalazion - correct ans:chronic inflammation of the meibomian gland
hordeolum (stye) - correct ans:stye
abscess of a hair follicle and sebaceous gland on the eyelid
,High risk factors for hearing loss in premature baby - correct ans:HEARS
Hyperbilirubinemia
Ear infection frequency
low Apgar scores
exposure to Rubella, cytomegalovirus (CMV), toxoplasmosis
Seizures
diabetic retinopathy - correct ans:cotton wool spots
Normal intraocular pressure - correct ans:8-21mm Hg
Intermittent Esotropia - correct ans:common in infants younger than 20
weeks
resolves spontaneously
refer if present after 20 weeks
Kawasaki Disease - correct ans:high fever, enlarged lymph nodes,
conjunctivitis, dry, cracked lips
strawberry tongue
most cases under 5 years of age
pharyngitis - correct ans:acute infection of the pharynx
stuffy nose, rhinitis with clear mucus, and watery eyes
allergic rhinitis - correct ans:inflammatory changes of the nasal mucosa due
to an allergy response
most common sign: transverse nasal crease (allergic salute)
, tonsillitis - correct ans:inflammation of the tonsils
sore throat, difficulty swallowing, tender lymph nodes
Treatment for otitis externa - correct ans:Use aluminum acetate solution PRN
(provides soothing, effective relief of minor skin irritations and inflammation)
keep water out of the ear
Polymyxin B-neomycin-hydrocortisone suspension drops QID x 7 days and/or
ofloxacin drops
Bullous Myringitis - correct ans:small, fluid-filled blisters form on the eardrum
First permanent teeth to erupt - correct ans:first molars at about 6 years of
age
viral keratoconjunctivitis - correct ans:pink eye
treatment- symptomatic
cold compresses and slightly chilled artificial tears
avoid touching eyes, haring towels, frequent eye washing
children should not attend school until symptoms resolve
what causes viral keratoconjunctivits? - correct ans:adenovirus
contagious for 10-12 days
self limiting
Transmission of sound through the ear - correct ans:1. sound waves are
collected in the pinna
2. transmission of vibrations through the hammer, anvil and stirrup
3.nerve impulses stimulate in the inner ear
WITH CORRECT
QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS.
,What causes oral hairy leukoplakia? - correct ans:EBV
Koplik's spot - correct ans:clusters of small red papules with white centers
located on the buccal mucosa by the lower molars (o = kopliks)
Prodromic viral of measles appears 2-3 days before the rash
Geographic tongue - correct ans:inflammatory disorder that usually appears
on top and side of the tongue
multiple fissures and irreregular smoother areas on its surface that make it
look like a topographic map
Cheilosis - correct ans:painful inflammation and cracking of the corners of
the mouth
Peritonsillar abscess - correct ans:severe sore throat, difficulty swallowing,
trismus, and muffled "hot potato" voice
abscess displaces the uvula
pterygium - correct ans:yellow, triangular thickening of the conjunctiva that
extends across the cornea on the nasal side
Pinguecula - correct ans:yellowish, raised growth on the conjunctiva next to
the cornea
Chalazion - correct ans:chronic inflammation of the meibomian gland
hordeolum (stye) - correct ans:stye
abscess of a hair follicle and sebaceous gland on the eyelid
,High risk factors for hearing loss in premature baby - correct ans:HEARS
Hyperbilirubinemia
Ear infection frequency
low Apgar scores
exposure to Rubella, cytomegalovirus (CMV), toxoplasmosis
Seizures
diabetic retinopathy - correct ans:cotton wool spots
Normal intraocular pressure - correct ans:8-21mm Hg
Intermittent Esotropia - correct ans:common in infants younger than 20
weeks
resolves spontaneously
refer if present after 20 weeks
Kawasaki Disease - correct ans:high fever, enlarged lymph nodes,
conjunctivitis, dry, cracked lips
strawberry tongue
most cases under 5 years of age
pharyngitis - correct ans:acute infection of the pharynx
stuffy nose, rhinitis with clear mucus, and watery eyes
allergic rhinitis - correct ans:inflammatory changes of the nasal mucosa due
to an allergy response
most common sign: transverse nasal crease (allergic salute)
, tonsillitis - correct ans:inflammation of the tonsils
sore throat, difficulty swallowing, tender lymph nodes
Treatment for otitis externa - correct ans:Use aluminum acetate solution PRN
(provides soothing, effective relief of minor skin irritations and inflammation)
keep water out of the ear
Polymyxin B-neomycin-hydrocortisone suspension drops QID x 7 days and/or
ofloxacin drops
Bullous Myringitis - correct ans:small, fluid-filled blisters form on the eardrum
First permanent teeth to erupt - correct ans:first molars at about 6 years of
age
viral keratoconjunctivitis - correct ans:pink eye
treatment- symptomatic
cold compresses and slightly chilled artificial tears
avoid touching eyes, haring towels, frequent eye washing
children should not attend school until symptoms resolve
what causes viral keratoconjunctivits? - correct ans:adenovirus
contagious for 10-12 days
self limiting
Transmission of sound through the ear - correct ans:1. sound waves are
collected in the pinna
2. transmission of vibrations through the hammer, anvil and stirrup
3.nerve impulses stimulate in the inner ear
