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NSG 555 Exam 1 Nurse Practitioners In Primary Care
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What is the main difference between dry and wet age-related macular
degeneration? - ANSWER-Dry is gradual and progressive due to
atrophy, while wet involves rapid vision loss due to choroidal new vessel
growth.
What are common risk factors for age-related macular degeneration? -
ANSWER-Aging, smoking, genetics/family history, and low antioxidant
diet.
What treatments are available for dry age-related macular degeneration?
- ANSWER-Pegcetacoplan and avacincaptad pegol.
What treatments are available for wet age-related macular degeneration?
- ANSWER-Inhibitors of vascular endothelial growth factors such as
ranibizumab, bevacizumab, aflibercept, faricimab, and prolucizumab.
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What is the leading cause of irreversible central vision loss in
developing countries? - ANSWER-Age-related macular degeneration.
What is the primary difference between cataracts and macular
degeneration? - ANSWER-Cataracts affect the lens and vision loss is
reversible with surgery; macular degeneration affects central vision and
is not reversible.
What are the differences in onset between asthma and COPD? -
ANSWER-Asthma typically begins in childhood/adolescence, while
COPD usually occurs in adults over 40.
How do symptoms differ between asthma and COPD? - ANSWER-
Asthma symptoms are episodic, whereas COPD symptoms are constant
and progressive.
What is the first line treatment for asthma compared to COPD? -
ANSWER-Asthma is treated with inhaled corticosteroids (ICS), while
COPD is managed with bronchodilators.
What associated conditions are linked to asthma and COPD? -
ANSWER-Asthma is associated with eczema and allergies; COPD is
associated with smoking.
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How is asthma diagnosed? - ANSWER-Through a history of variable
symptoms (wheeze, shortness of breath, chest tightness, cough) and
spirometry showing significant improvement after bronchodilator use.
How does the post-bronchodilation response in asthma differ from
COPD? - ANSWER-In asthma, the post-bronchodilation response is
usually marked, while COPD shows little change.
What is the recommended medication for asthma symptoms less than 4-
5 days a week? - ANSWER-Low-dose ICS-formoterol as-needed.
What treatment is suggested for asthma symptoms occurring most days
or waking with asthma once a week? - ANSWER-Low-dose
maintenance ICS-formoterol and low-dose ICS-formoterol reliever.
What is the treatment for asthma with daily symptoms or low lung
function? - ANSWER-Medium-dose maintenance ICS-formoterol and
low-dose ICS-formoterol reliever.
What additional treatment is recommended for severe asthma cases? -
ANSWER-Add-on LAMA and consider referral for phenotype
assessment; may include high-dose ICS-formoterol and biologics like
anti-IgE, anti-IL5/5R, anti-ILRx, or anti-TSLP.
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When should oral corticosteroids be considered for asthma patients? -
ANSWER-In Steps 4 and 5, for patients presenting with severely
uncontrolled asthma.
What are the indications for prescribing oral corticosteroids in asthma
management? - ANSWER-Worsening symptoms not responding to
increased reliever or ICS for 2-3 days, rapid deterioration, or FEV1/PEF
<60% normal.
What is the recommended dosage for adults taking oral corticosteroids
for asthma? - ANSWER-40-50mg in the morning for 5-7 days.
What does the GINA guideline state about antibiotics for asthma
exacerbations? - ANSWER-Do not routinely prescribe antibiotics for
exacerbations.
What is the typical duration of a chronic cough? - ANSWER-A chronic
cough lasts over 8 weeks.
What are the clinical findings associated with chronic cough? -
ANSWER-Usually resolves within 3 weeks; persistent, usually dry,
minimally productive cough.
What should be considered if a cough lasts more than 3 weeks? -
ANSWER-Consider pertussis.
NSG 555 Exam 1 Nurse Practitioners In Primary Care
Newest 2025-2026 Proctored /NSG 555 Exam 1
Preparation /NSG 555 Exam 1 Practice Exam With
100 Complete Questions And Correct Answers
|Already Graded A+||Brand New Versions!!
What is the main difference between dry and wet age-related macular
degeneration? - ANSWER-Dry is gradual and progressive due to
atrophy, while wet involves rapid vision loss due to choroidal new vessel
growth.
What are common risk factors for age-related macular degeneration? -
ANSWER-Aging, smoking, genetics/family history, and low antioxidant
diet.
What treatments are available for dry age-related macular degeneration?
- ANSWER-Pegcetacoplan and avacincaptad pegol.
What treatments are available for wet age-related macular degeneration?
- ANSWER-Inhibitors of vascular endothelial growth factors such as
ranibizumab, bevacizumab, aflibercept, faricimab, and prolucizumab.
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What is the leading cause of irreversible central vision loss in
developing countries? - ANSWER-Age-related macular degeneration.
What is the primary difference between cataracts and macular
degeneration? - ANSWER-Cataracts affect the lens and vision loss is
reversible with surgery; macular degeneration affects central vision and
is not reversible.
What are the differences in onset between asthma and COPD? -
ANSWER-Asthma typically begins in childhood/adolescence, while
COPD usually occurs in adults over 40.
How do symptoms differ between asthma and COPD? - ANSWER-
Asthma symptoms are episodic, whereas COPD symptoms are constant
and progressive.
What is the first line treatment for asthma compared to COPD? -
ANSWER-Asthma is treated with inhaled corticosteroids (ICS), while
COPD is managed with bronchodilators.
What associated conditions are linked to asthma and COPD? -
ANSWER-Asthma is associated with eczema and allergies; COPD is
associated with smoking.
,3|Page
How is asthma diagnosed? - ANSWER-Through a history of variable
symptoms (wheeze, shortness of breath, chest tightness, cough) and
spirometry showing significant improvement after bronchodilator use.
How does the post-bronchodilation response in asthma differ from
COPD? - ANSWER-In asthma, the post-bronchodilation response is
usually marked, while COPD shows little change.
What is the recommended medication for asthma symptoms less than 4-
5 days a week? - ANSWER-Low-dose ICS-formoterol as-needed.
What treatment is suggested for asthma symptoms occurring most days
or waking with asthma once a week? - ANSWER-Low-dose
maintenance ICS-formoterol and low-dose ICS-formoterol reliever.
What is the treatment for asthma with daily symptoms or low lung
function? - ANSWER-Medium-dose maintenance ICS-formoterol and
low-dose ICS-formoterol reliever.
What additional treatment is recommended for severe asthma cases? -
ANSWER-Add-on LAMA and consider referral for phenotype
assessment; may include high-dose ICS-formoterol and biologics like
anti-IgE, anti-IL5/5R, anti-ILRx, or anti-TSLP.
, 4|Page
When should oral corticosteroids be considered for asthma patients? -
ANSWER-In Steps 4 and 5, for patients presenting with severely
uncontrolled asthma.
What are the indications for prescribing oral corticosteroids in asthma
management? - ANSWER-Worsening symptoms not responding to
increased reliever or ICS for 2-3 days, rapid deterioration, or FEV1/PEF
<60% normal.
What is the recommended dosage for adults taking oral corticosteroids
for asthma? - ANSWER-40-50mg in the morning for 5-7 days.
What does the GINA guideline state about antibiotics for asthma
exacerbations? - ANSWER-Do not routinely prescribe antibiotics for
exacerbations.
What is the typical duration of a chronic cough? - ANSWER-A chronic
cough lasts over 8 weeks.
What are the clinical findings associated with chronic cough? -
ANSWER-Usually resolves within 3 weeks; persistent, usually dry,
minimally productive cough.
What should be considered if a cough lasts more than 3 weeks? -
ANSWER-Consider pertussis.
