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NR 511 Final Exam Questions with 100% Correct
Answers UPDATED!!!
The most cost-effective screening test for determining HIV
status is which of the following? - ANSWER Enzyme-linked
immunosorbent assay
Which blood test is a nonspecific method and most helpful
for evaluating the severity and course of aninflammatory
process? - ANSWER C-reactive protein (CRP
Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of
which neurotransmitter? - ANSWER Dopamine
Mrs. Thomas was seen in the office complaining of pain and
point tenderness in the area of her elbow. The pain has
increased following a day of gardening one week ago. A physical
finding that differentiates the diagnosis and is most consistent
with lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) is: - ANSWER Pain at
the elbow with resisted movements at the wrist and forearm
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Which of the following statements concerning the
musculoskeletal examination is true? - ANSWER The uninvolved
side should be examined initially and then compared to the
involved side.
Which of the following signs or symptoms indicate an
inflammatory etiology to musculoskeletal pain? - ANSWER
Morning stiffness
Which causes the greatest percentage of mammalian bites? -
ANSWER Dogs
A 48-year-old woman is seen in the clinic with complaints of
prolonged heavy menstrual periods. She is pale and states she
can no longer exercise. Pelvic exam reveals a single, very large
mass. Which of the following diagnostic tests should the
clinician order first? - ANSWER Transvaginal ultrasound
A diabetic patient asks the clinician why he needs to check
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his blood sugar at home even when he feels good. Which of the
following responses would be most appropriate? - ANSWER
Control of glucose will help postpone or delay
complications."
"Regularly checking blood sugar will help establish a routine."
"Monitoring glucose will promote a sense of control."
ALL OF THE ABOVE
A 25-year-old patient presents to the clinic with fatigue, cold
intolerance, weight gain, and constipation for the past 3
months. On physical examination, the clinician notices a sinus
bradycardia; muscular stiffness; coarse, dry hair; and a delay in
relaxation in deep tendon reflexes. Which of the following tests
should be ordered next? - ANSWER TSH
Which of the following medications for type 2 diabetes
mellitus should not be prescribed during pregnancy? - ANSWER
Glucotrol
During a DRE on a 75-year-old man, the clinician suspects
NR 511 Final Exam Questions with 100% Correct
Answers UPDATED!!!
The most cost-effective screening test for determining HIV
status is which of the following? - ANSWER Enzyme-linked
immunosorbent assay
Which blood test is a nonspecific method and most helpful
for evaluating the severity and course of aninflammatory
process? - ANSWER C-reactive protein (CRP
Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of
which neurotransmitter? - ANSWER Dopamine
Mrs. Thomas was seen in the office complaining of pain and
point tenderness in the area of her elbow. The pain has
increased following a day of gardening one week ago. A physical
finding that differentiates the diagnosis and is most consistent
with lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) is: - ANSWER Pain at
the elbow with resisted movements at the wrist and forearm
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Which of the following statements concerning the
musculoskeletal examination is true? - ANSWER The uninvolved
side should be examined initially and then compared to the
involved side.
Which of the following signs or symptoms indicate an
inflammatory etiology to musculoskeletal pain? - ANSWER
Morning stiffness
Which causes the greatest percentage of mammalian bites? -
ANSWER Dogs
A 48-year-old woman is seen in the clinic with complaints of
prolonged heavy menstrual periods. She is pale and states she
can no longer exercise. Pelvic exam reveals a single, very large
mass. Which of the following diagnostic tests should the
clinician order first? - ANSWER Transvaginal ultrasound
A diabetic patient asks the clinician why he needs to check
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his blood sugar at home even when he feels good. Which of the
following responses would be most appropriate? - ANSWER
Control of glucose will help postpone or delay
complications."
"Regularly checking blood sugar will help establish a routine."
"Monitoring glucose will promote a sense of control."
ALL OF THE ABOVE
A 25-year-old patient presents to the clinic with fatigue, cold
intolerance, weight gain, and constipation for the past 3
months. On physical examination, the clinician notices a sinus
bradycardia; muscular stiffness; coarse, dry hair; and a delay in
relaxation in deep tendon reflexes. Which of the following tests
should be ordered next? - ANSWER TSH
Which of the following medications for type 2 diabetes
mellitus should not be prescribed during pregnancy? - ANSWER
Glucotrol
During a DRE on a 75-year-old man, the clinician suspects
