NSG 6440 Practice Test with correct answers
The most cost-effective screening test for determining HIV status is which of
the following?
Western blot
Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
Venereal Disease Research Laboratory test Viral load - CORRECT ANSWERS
✔✔Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
Which blood test is a nonspecific method and most helpful
for evaluating the severity and course of an inflammatory process?
Erythrocyte sedimentation rate
White blood cell count Polymorphonuclear cells
C-reactive protein (CRP) - CORRECT ANSWERS ✔✔C-reactive protein (CRP)
Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of
which neurotransmitter?
GABA
Acetylcholine
Dopamine
,Serotonin - CORRECT ANSWERS ✔✔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:
Ecchymosis, edema, and erythema over the lateral epicondyle
Pain at the elbow with resisted movements at the wrist and forearm
Inability to supinate and pronate the arm
Inability to flex or extend the elbow against resistance - CORRECT ANSWERS
✔✔Pain at the elbow with resisted movements at the wrist and forearm
Which of the following statements concerning the
musculoskeletal examination is true?
The uninvolved side should be examined initially and then compared to the
involved side.
The part of the body that is causing the patient pain should be examined first.
,When possible, the patient should not be asked to perform active range-of-
motion (ROM) exercises to avoid causing pain.
Radiographs should always be obtained prior to examination so as not to cause
further injury to the patient. - CORRECT ANSWERS ✔✔The uninvolved side
should be examined initially and then compared to the involved side.
Which of the following signs or symptoms indicate an
inflammatory etiology to musculoskeletal pain?
Decreased C-reactive protein
Hyperalbuminemia
Morning stiffness
Weight gain - CORRECT ANSWERS ✔✔Morning stiffness
Which causes the greatest percentage of mammalian bites?
Dogs
Cats
Humans
Rodents - CORRECT ANSWERS ✔✔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?
Transvaginal ultrasound
Endometrial biopsy MRI
Abdominal computed tomography scan - CORRECT ANSWERS
✔✔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?
"Control of glucose will help postpone or delay
complications."
"Regularly checking blood sugar will help establish a routine."
"Monitoring glucose will promote a sense of control."
All of the above - CORRECT ANSWERS ✔✔All of the above
"Control of glucose will help postpone or delay
The most cost-effective screening test for determining HIV status is which of
the following?
Western blot
Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
Venereal Disease Research Laboratory test Viral load - CORRECT ANSWERS
✔✔Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
Which blood test is a nonspecific method and most helpful
for evaluating the severity and course of an inflammatory process?
Erythrocyte sedimentation rate
White blood cell count Polymorphonuclear cells
C-reactive protein (CRP) - CORRECT ANSWERS ✔✔C-reactive protein (CRP)
Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of
which neurotransmitter?
GABA
Acetylcholine
Dopamine
,Serotonin - CORRECT ANSWERS ✔✔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:
Ecchymosis, edema, and erythema over the lateral epicondyle
Pain at the elbow with resisted movements at the wrist and forearm
Inability to supinate and pronate the arm
Inability to flex or extend the elbow against resistance - CORRECT ANSWERS
✔✔Pain at the elbow with resisted movements at the wrist and forearm
Which of the following statements concerning the
musculoskeletal examination is true?
The uninvolved side should be examined initially and then compared to the
involved side.
The part of the body that is causing the patient pain should be examined first.
,When possible, the patient should not be asked to perform active range-of-
motion (ROM) exercises to avoid causing pain.
Radiographs should always be obtained prior to examination so as not to cause
further injury to the patient. - CORRECT ANSWERS ✔✔The uninvolved side
should be examined initially and then compared to the involved side.
Which of the following signs or symptoms indicate an
inflammatory etiology to musculoskeletal pain?
Decreased C-reactive protein
Hyperalbuminemia
Morning stiffness
Weight gain - CORRECT ANSWERS ✔✔Morning stiffness
Which causes the greatest percentage of mammalian bites?
Dogs
Cats
Humans
Rodents - CORRECT ANSWERS ✔✔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?
Transvaginal ultrasound
Endometrial biopsy MRI
Abdominal computed tomography scan - CORRECT ANSWERS
✔✔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?
"Control of glucose will help postpone or delay
complications."
"Regularly checking blood sugar will help establish a routine."
"Monitoring glucose will promote a sense of control."
All of the above - CORRECT ANSWERS ✔✔All of the above
"Control of glucose will help postpone or delay
