Problem in Outpatient Clinic with Lab Capabilities -
Walden University NURS 6512 Exam Submission |
Questions & Clinical Answers
Q001: The client, a 20-year-old male, presents to the outpatient clinic with a chief
complaint of "eye pain and redness." What is the most appropriate initial question to ask
first?
Options:
A. "Do you have any allergies to medications?"
B. "When did the eye pain and redness start?"
C. "What is your past medical history?"
D. "Are you experiencing any vision changes?"
Answer: B
Q002: The client reports that the eye pain and redness started this morning. What is the
next most important question to ask regarding the onset?
Options:
A. "Was the onset sudden or gradual?"
B. "What is your occupation?"
C. "Do you wear glasses?"
D. "Is the pain worse at night?"
Answer: A
Q003: The client describes the pain as a "scratchy sensation" with moderate discomfort
rated 5/10. What question best characterizes the pain quality?
Options:
A. "Is the pain sharp or dull?"
B. "Does the pain radiate to your temple?"
C. "Is it a foreign body sensation or deep ache?"
D. "Does blinking make it better?"
Answer: C
, Q004: The client reports his vision is "slightly blurry" in the affected eye. What is the
most critical follow-up question regarding this symptom?
Options:
A. "Is the blur constant or intermittent?"
B. "When was your last eye exam?"
C. "Are you seeing halos around lights?"
D. "Is there any discharge?"
Answer: C
Q005: The client denies any obvious discharge but reports mild tearing. What question
best assesses discharge characteristics?
Options:
A. "Is the tearing watery or thick?"
B. "What color is the discharge?"
C. "Is it unilateral or bilateral?"
D. "Does it crust on the lashes?"
Answer: A
Q006: The client confirms he wears contact lenses daily and slept in them last night.
What is the most important immediate question to ask?
Options:
A. "When did you last replace the lenses?"
B. "What type of contact lens solution do you use?"
C. "Are your contact lenses still in place?"
D. "How many hours per day do you wear them?"
Answer: C
Q007: The client reports no recent trauma but was at a pool party yesterday. What
additional history is most relevant?
Options:
A. "Were you exposed to chemicals?"
B. "Did anyone else have similar symptoms?"
C. "Did you open your eyes underwater?"
D. "How much alcohol did you consume?"
Answer: C
Q008: In reviewing the client's constitutional ROS, which symptom would be most
concerning for a serious ocular infection?