AGACNP Certification Exam
2/5 muscle strength - ANS-extremity is able to move but cannot fight gravity. ANS-Full ROM
against gravity, not resistance, 3/5 muscle strength A comprehensive ANS-Comprehensive
examination of all systems ANS-graves disease is indicated by a high iodine uptake during a
thyroid radioactive iodine uptake and scan. A limited examination of the affected body area
or organ system - ANS-Problem focused
ANS-Expanded problem focused examination of the affected body area or organ system
and any other symptomatic body areas or organ systems A method for evaluating patient
care in accordance with established standards of care - ANS-Quality assurance
ANS-Informed consent is a state that indicates that a patient has received sufficient
instruction or information regarding aspects of care to make an informed decision about such
treatment. ANS-frequency is caused by a stone in the bladder's portion of the ureter. urgency
and incontinence ANS-Root cause analysis is a tool for figuring out safety prevention
strategies. ANS-Emphysema is an abnormal, permanent enlargement of the alveoli. Acute
MI or valve rupture typically precede abrupt onset - ANS-Acute Left-hand side ANS-Calcium
is responsible for 80% of all renal calculi stones. The joint commission, or ANS, is
responsible for establishing accreditation guidelines. ANS-Renal calculi: acute,
increasing-intensity pain in the flanks In 1983, which organization - ANS-The joint
commission - granted NPs admission privileges? ANS-3.7 indicates protein malnutrition
when albumin falls below ___. An ANS-3.5 level of albumin that is below _____ indicates
malnutrition. An extended examination of the affected body area or organ system and any
other symptomatic or related body area or organ - ANS-Detailed
An interval with limits at either end with a specified probability of including the parameter
being estimated - ANS-Confidence interval
ANS-Prinzmetal's (varient) angina that occurs at various times and is brought on by
coronary vasopasms brought on by an influx of calcium Anticholinergics are given in
Parkinson's disease to help with - ANS-alleviating tremor and rigidity
When do you administer the herpes zoster vaccine? - ANS-50 At what grade level would
health literature be written at - ANS-6th-8th grade
Calcium is considered to be a medical emergency at ANS->12 When the patient is at rest,
does he or she exhibit symptoms? - ANS-Stage 4 Multiple sclerosis (ANS) is an autoimmune
disease characterized by numbness, weakness, loss of muscle coordination, issues with
vision, speech, and bladder control. Autoimmune disorder resulting in the reduction of the
number of acetylcholine receptor sites at the neuromuscular junction - ANS-Myasthenia
gravis
Based on the state-specific nurse practice acts - ANS-Scope of practice and their respective
legal allowances The PT/PTT must be - ANS-2 x normal before beginning thrombolytic
therapy in a PE patient. Regular exercise (11-19) Regular PTT (60-90) Benign, not painful
lesions that have a stuck on appearance. They are ANS-Seborrheic keratosis plaques that
are beige, brown, or black. Blood borne RNA virus in which the source of infection is often
uncertain - ANS-Hep C
Blood bourne DNA virus present in serum, saliva, semen and vaginal secretions - ANS-Hep
B
, BMI of this is considered obese? - ANS->30%
Dry, red, no blisters, and only affecting the epidermis—ANS-First degree Burn that is
full-thickness, dry, leathery, black, pearly, and waxy, and tends to the underlying tissues, fat,
muscle, and/or bone from the epidermis to the dermis - ANS-Third degree Burn that is partial
thickness, moist, has blisters, and extends beyond the epidermis - ANS-Second degree
ANS-men are more likely to have calcium stones. Calf claudication, shiny/hairless skin,
dependent rubber and pallor - ANS-PVD
After a diagnosis of DM, cardiac rehabilitation and kidney screening are examples of -
ANS-Tertiary prevention. ANS-Cauda Equina is caused by nerve root compression at the
end of the spinal cord. Shock, dehydration, cardiac failure, burns, diarrhea, vasodilation, and
sepsis are all conditions that impair renal perfusion. ANS-Pre-renal Disorders that directly
affect the renal cortex or medulla, such as hypersensitivity, embolism, nephrotoxic
substances, and mismatched blood, are the causes of ANS (Intra-renal Syndrome).
characterized by excessive bronchial mucous secretion and productive cough for at least
two years in a row for three months or more - ANS-Chronic bronchitis ANS-Hypertensive
urgencies are characterized by severe elevations in blood pressure greater than 180/110
without progressive target organ dysfunction. Cimetidine inhibits which chromosome in the
liver, prolonging the effects of other drugs in the body - ANS-P450
Clouded, blurred or dim vision especially at night. Fading/yellow of colors, diplopia in a
single eye - ANS-Cataracts
Clouding and opacification of the normally clear lens of the eye - ANS-Cataract
ANS-E coli is a common gram-negative agent that causes cellulitis. Kelbsiella
Pseudomonas
Enterobacter
Common topical antibacterial/antifungal used to treat second and third degree burns -
ANS-Silver sulfadiazine
Common treatment for CA-MRSA with cellulitis? - ANS-Bactrim
Doxy/minocycline
Clindamycin
Consistency of a measurement, or the degree to which an instrument measures the same
way over time - ANS-Reliability
ANS-AML accounts for 80% of adult acute leukemia, with remission rates ranging from 50%
to 85%. Contributing to the leading cause of death in adults in the US; 1.5 million annually
results in myocardial necrosis - ANS-MI
ANS-Medicare Part A covers inpatient hospitalizations, skilled nursing facilities, and home
health care, and most people may be eligible to receive it after the age of 65. ANS-Medicare
part B covers services provided by physicians, outpatient hospital services, labs, and
diagnostics. Cramping umbilical pain initially that later becomes constant and diffuse with
high pitched tinkling bowel sounds - ANS-Bowel obstruction
Cramping, colicky abdominal pain after eating with hyperactive to absent bowel sounds and
N/V - ANS-mesenteric infarct
Criteria for dialysis - ANS-Acidosis
Insufficiency of electrolytes (hypercalcemia) Intoxication
Oligura (<400/24 hrs)
Uremia
CVA that produces subtle, progressive or sudden neurologic deficits - ANS-CVA infarct
CVA that usually presents with acute onset of focal neurologic deficits. Sudden fallout -
ANS-hemorrhagic
, Danforth Amendment of 1991 states that - ANS-patient can refuse care
Decreased blood flow through the vessel that causes tissue ischemia - ANS-Angina
distributed defamatory writing - ANS-Libel ANS-Parkinsons is a degenerative disorder
brought on by a lack of dopamine in the body. Degenerative joint disease with slow
destruction of the articular cartilage - ANS-OA
Develops as a result of inadequate compensatory mechanisms that have been employed
over time to improve cardiac output - ANS-Chronic
The right side Diastolic, blowing, murmur at 2nd left ICS - ANS-Aortic regurgitation
Disorder characterized by back flow of acidic gastric contents into esophagus - ANS-GERD
Disruption between normal relationships of joint surfaces - ANS-Dislocation
Distinct roles of the NP - ANS-Clinician
Educator
Consultant
Researcher
Do not initiate this HTN drug if potassium is greater than 5.5. Contraindicated in pregnancy.
May cause hyperkalemia, cough, renal impairment - ANS-ACE
medication that could be used for BPH. First-dosage syncope, dry mouth, and orthostasis
may occur with this ANS-Peripheral alpha-1 antagonist. Ex: Terazosin, Doxazosin
Due to a defect in the renal tubules resulting in renal insensitivity to ADH -
ANS-Nephrogenic DI
Due to adrenal tumors and chronic administration of glucocorticoids? - ANS-Cushings
syndrome
Coritol, androgens, and aldosterone deficiencies cause ANS-Addison's What is happening
in S1: semi-lunar valves open and ANS-AV nodes close. Disillusionment versus ego identity
in old age ANS-Hypernatremia is an electrolyte imbalance caused by excessive water loss. I,
aVL elevation in ANS-Lateral MI Elevation in II, III, aVF - ANS-Inferior MI
Encompasses required education, licensure and certification to practice as a nurse
practitioner - ANS-Credentials
ANS-Hep A is an enteral virus that can be spread through oral feces. Establishes that a
person has met certain standards in a particular profession which signify mastery of
specialized knowledge and skills - ANS-Certification
Establishes that a person is qualified to perform in a particular professional role and is set
forth by a governmental agency - ANS-Licensure
Exertional angina - ANS-Stable angina
Failure of a professional to render services with the degree of care, diligence and precaution
that another member of the same profession under similar circumstances would render to
prevent injury - ANS-Malpractice
Failure of an individual to do what a reasonable person would do, resulting in injury to the
patient - ANS-Negligence
Anorexia, constipation, fatigue, and muscle weakness are symptoms of -
ANS-Hypercalcemia. FEV1 will be _____ in asthma - ANS-reduced
Firm, irregular papules or nodules that are on sun exposed areas - ANS-Squamous cell
carcinoma
ANS-H2 antagonists are the first-line treatment for GERD. First-line treatment for women
and men under the age of 75 with clinical ASCVD: high-intensity statin therapy Vaginal
spotting, a watery, gray, fishy-smelling discharge, and ANS (Bacterial vaginosis) For HIT,
then what do you do? - ANS-Stop heparin and start direct thrombotic inhibitor (Argatroban)
What medications are used to treat post-herpetic neuralgia? ANS-Gabapentin Lyrica
2/5 muscle strength - ANS-extremity is able to move but cannot fight gravity. ANS-Full ROM
against gravity, not resistance, 3/5 muscle strength A comprehensive ANS-Comprehensive
examination of all systems ANS-graves disease is indicated by a high iodine uptake during a
thyroid radioactive iodine uptake and scan. A limited examination of the affected body area
or organ system - ANS-Problem focused
ANS-Expanded problem focused examination of the affected body area or organ system
and any other symptomatic body areas or organ systems A method for evaluating patient
care in accordance with established standards of care - ANS-Quality assurance
ANS-Informed consent is a state that indicates that a patient has received sufficient
instruction or information regarding aspects of care to make an informed decision about such
treatment. ANS-frequency is caused by a stone in the bladder's portion of the ureter. urgency
and incontinence ANS-Root cause analysis is a tool for figuring out safety prevention
strategies. ANS-Emphysema is an abnormal, permanent enlargement of the alveoli. Acute
MI or valve rupture typically precede abrupt onset - ANS-Acute Left-hand side ANS-Calcium
is responsible for 80% of all renal calculi stones. The joint commission, or ANS, is
responsible for establishing accreditation guidelines. ANS-Renal calculi: acute,
increasing-intensity pain in the flanks In 1983, which organization - ANS-The joint
commission - granted NPs admission privileges? ANS-3.7 indicates protein malnutrition
when albumin falls below ___. An ANS-3.5 level of albumin that is below _____ indicates
malnutrition. An extended examination of the affected body area or organ system and any
other symptomatic or related body area or organ - ANS-Detailed
An interval with limits at either end with a specified probability of including the parameter
being estimated - ANS-Confidence interval
ANS-Prinzmetal's (varient) angina that occurs at various times and is brought on by
coronary vasopasms brought on by an influx of calcium Anticholinergics are given in
Parkinson's disease to help with - ANS-alleviating tremor and rigidity
When do you administer the herpes zoster vaccine? - ANS-50 At what grade level would
health literature be written at - ANS-6th-8th grade
Calcium is considered to be a medical emergency at ANS->12 When the patient is at rest,
does he or she exhibit symptoms? - ANS-Stage 4 Multiple sclerosis (ANS) is an autoimmune
disease characterized by numbness, weakness, loss of muscle coordination, issues with
vision, speech, and bladder control. Autoimmune disorder resulting in the reduction of the
number of acetylcholine receptor sites at the neuromuscular junction - ANS-Myasthenia
gravis
Based on the state-specific nurse practice acts - ANS-Scope of practice and their respective
legal allowances The PT/PTT must be - ANS-2 x normal before beginning thrombolytic
therapy in a PE patient. Regular exercise (11-19) Regular PTT (60-90) Benign, not painful
lesions that have a stuck on appearance. They are ANS-Seborrheic keratosis plaques that
are beige, brown, or black. Blood borne RNA virus in which the source of infection is often
uncertain - ANS-Hep C
Blood bourne DNA virus present in serum, saliva, semen and vaginal secretions - ANS-Hep
B
, BMI of this is considered obese? - ANS->30%
Dry, red, no blisters, and only affecting the epidermis—ANS-First degree Burn that is
full-thickness, dry, leathery, black, pearly, and waxy, and tends to the underlying tissues, fat,
muscle, and/or bone from the epidermis to the dermis - ANS-Third degree Burn that is partial
thickness, moist, has blisters, and extends beyond the epidermis - ANS-Second degree
ANS-men are more likely to have calcium stones. Calf claudication, shiny/hairless skin,
dependent rubber and pallor - ANS-PVD
After a diagnosis of DM, cardiac rehabilitation and kidney screening are examples of -
ANS-Tertiary prevention. ANS-Cauda Equina is caused by nerve root compression at the
end of the spinal cord. Shock, dehydration, cardiac failure, burns, diarrhea, vasodilation, and
sepsis are all conditions that impair renal perfusion. ANS-Pre-renal Disorders that directly
affect the renal cortex or medulla, such as hypersensitivity, embolism, nephrotoxic
substances, and mismatched blood, are the causes of ANS (Intra-renal Syndrome).
characterized by excessive bronchial mucous secretion and productive cough for at least
two years in a row for three months or more - ANS-Chronic bronchitis ANS-Hypertensive
urgencies are characterized by severe elevations in blood pressure greater than 180/110
without progressive target organ dysfunction. Cimetidine inhibits which chromosome in the
liver, prolonging the effects of other drugs in the body - ANS-P450
Clouded, blurred or dim vision especially at night. Fading/yellow of colors, diplopia in a
single eye - ANS-Cataracts
Clouding and opacification of the normally clear lens of the eye - ANS-Cataract
ANS-E coli is a common gram-negative agent that causes cellulitis. Kelbsiella
Pseudomonas
Enterobacter
Common topical antibacterial/antifungal used to treat second and third degree burns -
ANS-Silver sulfadiazine
Common treatment for CA-MRSA with cellulitis? - ANS-Bactrim
Doxy/minocycline
Clindamycin
Consistency of a measurement, or the degree to which an instrument measures the same
way over time - ANS-Reliability
ANS-AML accounts for 80% of adult acute leukemia, with remission rates ranging from 50%
to 85%. Contributing to the leading cause of death in adults in the US; 1.5 million annually
results in myocardial necrosis - ANS-MI
ANS-Medicare Part A covers inpatient hospitalizations, skilled nursing facilities, and home
health care, and most people may be eligible to receive it after the age of 65. ANS-Medicare
part B covers services provided by physicians, outpatient hospital services, labs, and
diagnostics. Cramping umbilical pain initially that later becomes constant and diffuse with
high pitched tinkling bowel sounds - ANS-Bowel obstruction
Cramping, colicky abdominal pain after eating with hyperactive to absent bowel sounds and
N/V - ANS-mesenteric infarct
Criteria for dialysis - ANS-Acidosis
Insufficiency of electrolytes (hypercalcemia) Intoxication
Oligura (<400/24 hrs)
Uremia
CVA that produces subtle, progressive or sudden neurologic deficits - ANS-CVA infarct
CVA that usually presents with acute onset of focal neurologic deficits. Sudden fallout -
ANS-hemorrhagic
, Danforth Amendment of 1991 states that - ANS-patient can refuse care
Decreased blood flow through the vessel that causes tissue ischemia - ANS-Angina
distributed defamatory writing - ANS-Libel ANS-Parkinsons is a degenerative disorder
brought on by a lack of dopamine in the body. Degenerative joint disease with slow
destruction of the articular cartilage - ANS-OA
Develops as a result of inadequate compensatory mechanisms that have been employed
over time to improve cardiac output - ANS-Chronic
The right side Diastolic, blowing, murmur at 2nd left ICS - ANS-Aortic regurgitation
Disorder characterized by back flow of acidic gastric contents into esophagus - ANS-GERD
Disruption between normal relationships of joint surfaces - ANS-Dislocation
Distinct roles of the NP - ANS-Clinician
Educator
Consultant
Researcher
Do not initiate this HTN drug if potassium is greater than 5.5. Contraindicated in pregnancy.
May cause hyperkalemia, cough, renal impairment - ANS-ACE
medication that could be used for BPH. First-dosage syncope, dry mouth, and orthostasis
may occur with this ANS-Peripheral alpha-1 antagonist. Ex: Terazosin, Doxazosin
Due to a defect in the renal tubules resulting in renal insensitivity to ADH -
ANS-Nephrogenic DI
Due to adrenal tumors and chronic administration of glucocorticoids? - ANS-Cushings
syndrome
Coritol, androgens, and aldosterone deficiencies cause ANS-Addison's What is happening
in S1: semi-lunar valves open and ANS-AV nodes close. Disillusionment versus ego identity
in old age ANS-Hypernatremia is an electrolyte imbalance caused by excessive water loss. I,
aVL elevation in ANS-Lateral MI Elevation in II, III, aVF - ANS-Inferior MI
Encompasses required education, licensure and certification to practice as a nurse
practitioner - ANS-Credentials
ANS-Hep A is an enteral virus that can be spread through oral feces. Establishes that a
person has met certain standards in a particular profession which signify mastery of
specialized knowledge and skills - ANS-Certification
Establishes that a person is qualified to perform in a particular professional role and is set
forth by a governmental agency - ANS-Licensure
Exertional angina - ANS-Stable angina
Failure of a professional to render services with the degree of care, diligence and precaution
that another member of the same profession under similar circumstances would render to
prevent injury - ANS-Malpractice
Failure of an individual to do what a reasonable person would do, resulting in injury to the
patient - ANS-Negligence
Anorexia, constipation, fatigue, and muscle weakness are symptoms of -
ANS-Hypercalcemia. FEV1 will be _____ in asthma - ANS-reduced
Firm, irregular papules or nodules that are on sun exposed areas - ANS-Squamous cell
carcinoma
ANS-H2 antagonists are the first-line treatment for GERD. First-line treatment for women
and men under the age of 75 with clinical ASCVD: high-intensity statin therapy Vaginal
spotting, a watery, gray, fishy-smelling discharge, and ANS (Bacterial vaginosis) For HIT,
then what do you do? - ANS-Stop heparin and start direct thrombotic inhibitor (Argatroban)
What medications are used to treat post-herpetic neuralgia? ANS-Gabapentin Lyrica
