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A 15 years old high school student with a mild sore throat and low-grade fever that has persisted for about 3 weeks. She reports general malaise, fatigue, and loss of appetite. The NP suspects mononucleosis. Which of the following is the LEAST appropriate intervention? Palpate the lymph nodes and spleen Examine the posterior oropharynx for petechiae Obtain a CBC, throat culture, and heterophil antibody test. Obtain an urinalyses and serum for LFTs and amylase - ANSWERSObtain an urinalyses...

Ludwig's angina indicates which of the following? - ANSWERSSubmandibular infection Which of the following is true regarding epistaxis? - ANSWERSAnterior form originates from Kiesselbach's plexus. A patient with bulging cheeks often described as "chipmunk" facies likely has which of the following diseases? - ANSWERSmumps A diffusely enlarged and firm thyroid is most suggestive of what diagnosis? - ANSWERSHashimoto's disease What does a bruit heard on auscultation over t...

What is the biggest side effect of colchicine? - ANSWERSdiarrhea How would you describe the appearance of molluscum contagiosum? - ANSWERSpapules that are umbilicated and contain a caseous plug How do we treat a broken clavicle in an infant? - ANSWERSno treatment; it should heal on it's own At what week of pregnancy is the uterus palpable just above the pubic symphysis? - ANSWERSweek 12 At what week of pregnancy is the fundus palpable halfway between the pubic symphysis and umbili...

Bupropion (Wellbutrin), used in the treatment of depression, should NOT be administered to a patient with: alcoholism. attention deficit disorder. hypertension. seizure disorder. - ANSWERSseizure disorder. First-generation antipsychotics (e.g., haloperidol [Haldol]) are associated with side effects including: sedation. tardive dyskinesia. weight gain. weight loss. - ANSWERStardive dyskinesia. If methylphenidate is contraindicated, which of the following medications is recommended f...

A 76 year-old depressed patient is started on an SSRI. When should another antidepressant be tried if there is no response? - ANSWERSA 76 year-old depressed patient is started on an SSRI. When should another antidepressant be tried if there is no response? Parkinson's disease Diseases associated with the central nervous system are associated with high rates of depression. These include stroke, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, and dementia. Other illnesses associated with high...

A female patient complains of dysuria with vaginal discharge. How should she be managed? - ANSWERSPerform an abdominal exam, urinalysis, and pelvic exam Three of the following interventions are appropriately used to prevent osteoporosis after menopause. Which one is not? - ANSWERSEstrogen replacement therapy The clinical syndrome resulting from replacement of normal vaginal flora with anaerobic bacteria is: - ANSWERSbacterial vaginosis. A 30-year-old woman presents with co...

Hep A immunization schedule - ANSWERSFirst dose at 1 year, second dose after 6 months Hep B immunization schedule - ANSWERS3 doses: 0, 1-2 months, 6-18 months after 1st You are caring for a newborn whose mother is known to be HBsAg (+). How should this be handled? - ANSWERSAdminister Hep B vaccine and Hep B immunoglobulin within 12 hrs of birth How many doses are in the DTaP series? - ANSWERS5 Tdap in pregnancy - ANSWERS1 dose of tdap during each pregnancy, preferably at 27-36 wks ...

The groove of the metacarpophalangeal joint can be palpated by having the patient: - ANSWERSFlex his hand When auscultating breath sounds in a patient who has left sided heart failure, the breath sounds are: - ANSWERSvesicular with late inspiratory crackles in the dependent portions of the lungs and resonant on percussion The ankle-brachial index is a screening test used to assess a person's risk for - ANSWERSPeripheral artery disease Olecranon bursitis may be caused by all of the ...

What would cause decrease in Digoxin levels? - ANSWERSAntacids Taking Pyridium for UTI, what can Pyridium cause? - ANSWERSHemolytic Anemia What can PCOS result in? - ANSWERSIncreased insulin levels (Hyperinsulinemia), Androgens, Hirsutism What are the anti-hypertensives used in pregnancy? - ANSWERSMethyldopa (Alpha-2-Agonist), Labetalol, Nifedipine, Hydralazine What is a characteristic of Placenta Previa? - ANSWERSPainless, red bleeding What is a chacteristic of Rheumatoid Arthrit...

Which one of the following is an ethical infraction when using electronic medical records? - ANSWERSCopying and pasting outdated notes Practice authority for advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) is granted by: - ANSWERSeach state's board of nursing Which answer is true about full practice authority for nurse practitioners? - ANSWERSFull practice authority is the authorization of nurse practitioners to evaluate patients; diagnose, order and interpret diagnostic tests; and to initi...