NSG 6001 Week 1 to week 5 Exam Question With Detailed ANSWERS
Week 1 KC – 100% ANP1
The *longer a patient has diabetes* - ANSWERS-The higher the risk of vision problems,
renal problems. *Retinopathy*
Anyone who has conjunctivitis - ANSWERS-Ensure the importance of *hand washing*
risk of spreading to the other eye.
A lot of people with atopic derm will use medications - ANSWERS-With hydrocortisone
base (steroids)
Common appearance for pagets disease - ANSWERS-*look up*
*breast changes*
bulla - ANSWERS-Comes from a defect in the dermal epithelial junction
The purpose of an evaluation in management audit tool - ANSWERS-Is to justify the CPT
code being used
Glaucoma- the drug used by constricting the pupils to open the angle and allow the
aqueous fluid to escape is - ANSWERS-Pilocarpine
A patient with a high risk for macular degeneration - ANSWERS-A elderly female patient.
*65 year old Caucasian woman*
What is Hypertension? - ANSWERS-A prolonged elevation in blood pressure
What are some causes of *primary* hypertension? - ANSWERS-*decreased vessel
compliance seen with aging*
,- more prevalent in blacks: low birthweight infants, impaired renal growth, less nocturnal
blood pressure decline, *diet higher in NA and low in K+*, higher genetic susceptibility.
(LIMIT SODIUM)
Excessive alcohol consumption >24 ounces per day
Physical inactivity
High stress
What are some causes of *secondary* hypertension? (95% of ppl have this) - ANSWERS-
Renal disease
Adrenal gland disorders
Sleep apnea syndrome
Congenital heart defects *coarctation of the aorta*
Endocrine disorders *cushings, hypothyroidism, hyperparathyroidism*
Medications: BCP, hormone replacement therapy, *antihistamines, decongestants, and
glucocorticoid steroids*
Used for the prevention of *heart or blood pressure problems*
Also prescribed for the treatment of *bad* cholesterol and triglyceride levels in some
people - ANSWERS-Lipitor(Atorvastatin) 80mg can decrease the LDL by 50% on average
Treats intermittent problems which blood flow to the legs *claudication* by enabling
people to walk longer distances with less pain - ANSWERS-*Pletal* (CILOSTAZOL)
Eczema: a chronic inflammatory condition
*70% of people have a family history in this condition. *This is called atopy* Common tx:
humidifier, creams or lotions on skin after baths, low dose topical steroid I.e
hydrocortisone (HYDROCORTISONE 2.5 BASE)
*Dennie-Morgan fold is a fold or line below the lower eyelid. Found in 25% of patients with
this condition* - ANSWERS-Atopic dermatitis
CMS *requires medical practices to use an EMR* - ANSWERS-So that electronic filing
and billing allow for a timely transition to new provider fee schedule rates possible.
This system allows for documenting and billing of services. The evaluation and
management audit tool is used to justify CPT coding.
Autonomy - ANSWERS-Is the ethical principle that allows for respect for everyone and his
or her self-determination
SOAP notes - review website linked - ANSWERS-Subjective - what the patient tells you
, *Objective - what you physically see or hear*
Assessment - what you think it is
Plan - treatment
Every state has a *nurse practice act* - ANSWERS-This gives each state the right to
*ESTABLISH LEGAL STANDARDS*
The leading cause of vision loss in Americans 60 years and older.
*it is a medical condition that may result in blurred or no vision in the CENTER of the eye*
- ANSWERS-Macular degeneration (Age-related macular degeneration)
Occurs when new blood vessels and scar tissue have formed on the *retina*
Can cause *significant bleeding and lead to retinal detachment*
*high risk of losing vision*
*needs close follow up with opthamology every 3-4 months* ******* - ANSWERS-
Proliferative Retinopathy
Blood has too many lipids (*elevated cholesterol and triglycerides*)
Can be cause by medications such as: *beta blockers, prednisone, HIV protease
inhibitors, amiodarone, and diuretics* - ANSWERS-Hyperlipidemia
HIGH DOSE Diuretics can cause - ANSWERS-Hyperlipedemia **
What are the benefits of *Hawthorn Berry*? - ANSWERS-*Lowering blood pressure*,
heart problems, reducing cholesterol, digestive issues, anxiety.
Helps with Orthostatic Hypotension **
What is *metabolic syndrome?* - ANSWERS-A cluster of biochemical and physiological
abnormalities associated with the development of cardiovascular disease and T2DM.
Segrets metabolic syndrome —- - ANSWERS-Remember: most of these ppl have a
bigger waist than normal
This type of angina occurs mostly when the person is at rest. *usually occurs between
midnight and early morning* - ANSWERS-Variant Angina
Digitalis competes with potassium - ANSWERS-At the binding site *on all cell
membranes*
PVC (Premature Ventricular Contraction) with allergic reaction - ANSWERS-*If a patient
has PVC's don't worry about treating them that is part of a anaphylactic reaction that does
not have to be treated*
** BEE STING **
Week 1 KC – 100% ANP1
The *longer a patient has diabetes* - ANSWERS-The higher the risk of vision problems,
renal problems. *Retinopathy*
Anyone who has conjunctivitis - ANSWERS-Ensure the importance of *hand washing*
risk of spreading to the other eye.
A lot of people with atopic derm will use medications - ANSWERS-With hydrocortisone
base (steroids)
Common appearance for pagets disease - ANSWERS-*look up*
*breast changes*
bulla - ANSWERS-Comes from a defect in the dermal epithelial junction
The purpose of an evaluation in management audit tool - ANSWERS-Is to justify the CPT
code being used
Glaucoma- the drug used by constricting the pupils to open the angle and allow the
aqueous fluid to escape is - ANSWERS-Pilocarpine
A patient with a high risk for macular degeneration - ANSWERS-A elderly female patient.
*65 year old Caucasian woman*
What is Hypertension? - ANSWERS-A prolonged elevation in blood pressure
What are some causes of *primary* hypertension? - ANSWERS-*decreased vessel
compliance seen with aging*
,- more prevalent in blacks: low birthweight infants, impaired renal growth, less nocturnal
blood pressure decline, *diet higher in NA and low in K+*, higher genetic susceptibility.
(LIMIT SODIUM)
Excessive alcohol consumption >24 ounces per day
Physical inactivity
High stress
What are some causes of *secondary* hypertension? (95% of ppl have this) - ANSWERS-
Renal disease
Adrenal gland disorders
Sleep apnea syndrome
Congenital heart defects *coarctation of the aorta*
Endocrine disorders *cushings, hypothyroidism, hyperparathyroidism*
Medications: BCP, hormone replacement therapy, *antihistamines, decongestants, and
glucocorticoid steroids*
Used for the prevention of *heart or blood pressure problems*
Also prescribed for the treatment of *bad* cholesterol and triglyceride levels in some
people - ANSWERS-Lipitor(Atorvastatin) 80mg can decrease the LDL by 50% on average
Treats intermittent problems which blood flow to the legs *claudication* by enabling
people to walk longer distances with less pain - ANSWERS-*Pletal* (CILOSTAZOL)
Eczema: a chronic inflammatory condition
*70% of people have a family history in this condition. *This is called atopy* Common tx:
humidifier, creams or lotions on skin after baths, low dose topical steroid I.e
hydrocortisone (HYDROCORTISONE 2.5 BASE)
*Dennie-Morgan fold is a fold or line below the lower eyelid. Found in 25% of patients with
this condition* - ANSWERS-Atopic dermatitis
CMS *requires medical practices to use an EMR* - ANSWERS-So that electronic filing
and billing allow for a timely transition to new provider fee schedule rates possible.
This system allows for documenting and billing of services. The evaluation and
management audit tool is used to justify CPT coding.
Autonomy - ANSWERS-Is the ethical principle that allows for respect for everyone and his
or her self-determination
SOAP notes - review website linked - ANSWERS-Subjective - what the patient tells you
, *Objective - what you physically see or hear*
Assessment - what you think it is
Plan - treatment
Every state has a *nurse practice act* - ANSWERS-This gives each state the right to
*ESTABLISH LEGAL STANDARDS*
The leading cause of vision loss in Americans 60 years and older.
*it is a medical condition that may result in blurred or no vision in the CENTER of the eye*
- ANSWERS-Macular degeneration (Age-related macular degeneration)
Occurs when new blood vessels and scar tissue have formed on the *retina*
Can cause *significant bleeding and lead to retinal detachment*
*high risk of losing vision*
*needs close follow up with opthamology every 3-4 months* ******* - ANSWERS-
Proliferative Retinopathy
Blood has too many lipids (*elevated cholesterol and triglycerides*)
Can be cause by medications such as: *beta blockers, prednisone, HIV protease
inhibitors, amiodarone, and diuretics* - ANSWERS-Hyperlipidemia
HIGH DOSE Diuretics can cause - ANSWERS-Hyperlipedemia **
What are the benefits of *Hawthorn Berry*? - ANSWERS-*Lowering blood pressure*,
heart problems, reducing cholesterol, digestive issues, anxiety.
Helps with Orthostatic Hypotension **
What is *metabolic syndrome?* - ANSWERS-A cluster of biochemical and physiological
abnormalities associated with the development of cardiovascular disease and T2DM.
Segrets metabolic syndrome —- - ANSWERS-Remember: most of these ppl have a
bigger waist than normal
This type of angina occurs mostly when the person is at rest. *usually occurs between
midnight and early morning* - ANSWERS-Variant Angina
Digitalis competes with potassium - ANSWERS-At the binding site *on all cell
membranes*
PVC (Premature Ventricular Contraction) with allergic reaction - ANSWERS-*If a patient
has PVC's don't worry about treating them that is part of a anaphylactic reaction that does
not have to be treated*
** BEE STING **
