CMN 577 / CMN 577

Unit 7 Questions 1. Knowing that treatment for deep vein thrombosis (DVT) involves administration of anticoagulants, which of the following patients can be safely treated for DVT in the outpatient setting? A. an 80-year-old woman who weighs 42 kg B. a 22-year-old man who had an appendectomy 2 days ago C. a 32-year-old woman with peptic ulcer disease D. a 55-year-old man with lung cancer in remission Most patients with DVT may be treated in the outpatient setting. However, there are multip...

EpicCare IP Nursing Student Assessment

181. Lesbian women have increased risk factors for breast cancer. These include all except: a. Nulliparity b. Increased alcohol use c. Increased smoking rates d. Increased rates of HPV Correct Answer: d. Increased rates of HPV Rationale: Lesbians have increased risk factors that predispose them to breast cancer. These include nulliparity, obesity, alcohol use and smoking. HPV is a known cause of cervical cancer. HPV can be transmitted between lesbian or heterosexual partners and HPV immu...

What are the s/s of hemicrania continua? (2) What is the treatment? (1) Correct Answer: -unilateral head pain and associated autonomic symptoms -unlike cluster h/a, pain is continuous, without pain free periods and resolves with Indomethacin What is the image that needs to be performed immediately if stroke suspected even before the administration of ASA or antithromboics? B) Why is the CT completed before the MRI? Correct Answer: CT of the head without contrast B) To r/o cerebral hemorrh...

When would you refer hematuria? (1) Correct Answer: in the absence of infection What are the s/s of acute cystitis? (4) Correct Answer: (1) afebrile, (2) dysuria, and the (3) urinalysis is positive for pyuria, bacteria, and possible hematuria. (4)Nitrates may be positive as well. Which organism is responsible for acute cystitis usually? Correct Answer: E. Coli What is the teaching associated with acute cystitis to prevent and manage the symptoms? (6) Correct Answer: (1) post sex voi...

A 3-year-old presents to the office for a well child visit. While examining his oral cavity, the NP notices white spot lesions on the child's teeth. All the following are ways to prevent progression of these lesions except: A. Parents brushing the child's teeth twice per day B. Consumption of sugar containing beverages C. Chewing sugar free gum D. Using a pea sized amount of fluoridated toothpaste Correct Answer: Consumption of sugar containing beverages Your pediatric patient presents...

A father brings his 5-year-old daughter to the office, inquiring about her tetanus vaccinations. According to the patient's records, she received her 4thDTaP vaccine at the age of 4. The NP should: Correct Answer: Inform the father the child does not need an additional tetanus vaccine. When introducing solid foods to a normal 6-month-old infant, the NP should educate parents that they should: Correct Answer: Introduce a single-ingredient food, one at a time, every 3-4 days As a family n...

1. Knowing that treatment for deep vein thrombosis (DVT) involves the administration of anticoagulants, which of the following patients can be safely treated for DVT in the outpatient setting? Correct Answer: an 80-year-old woman who weighs 42 kg B. a 22-year-old man who had an appendectomy 2 days ago C. a 32-year-old woman with peptic ulcer disease D. a 55-year-old man with lung cancer in remission* Most patients with DVT may be treated in the outpatient setting. However, there are multipl...

A patient diagnosed with a clotting factor disorder should get vaccinated for which type of hepatitis? Correct Answer: Clotting factor disorder = Hepatitis A. A patient born outside the United States should be tested for which hepatitis? Correct Answer: Hepatitis B. Many parts of the world have high rates of hep B including the Amazon, Asia, Africa and the Pacific Islands. Any patient recently diagnosed with a sexually transmitted disease should be vaccinated for which? Correct Answer: ...

What are the areas of increased risk for Chikungunya disease?(2) *Note: spread by mosquitos* Correct Answer: Caribbean (Western Hemisphere) Tropical areas What are the s/s of Chikungunya? (4) Correct Answer: high fever, joint pain, rash, and lymphopenia What is the pain management for Chikungunya? (1) Correct Answer: acetaminophen Is Chickungunya reportable? Correct Answer: yes What populations are at higher risk for serious Chickungunya disease?(4) Correct Answer: -people with...