NUR 603 Final Exam Complete Review 2026 | High-Yield
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1. What is the BMI range that classifies a patient as Obesity Class 1?
30 to 34.9 kg/m2
40 kg/m2 and above
35 to 39.9 kg/m2
25 to 29.9 kg/m2
2. What are the three 'P's commonly associated with diabetes mellitus?
Polyphagia, Paresthesia, Pain
Pallor, Polyuria, Pain
Pain, Paresthesia, Pallor
Polyuria, Polydipsia, Polyphagia
3. A patient presents with joint pain that worsens in the morning and improves
throughout the day. Based on this symptom, what type of condition might
you suspect?
A neurological disorder
An inflammatory condition
A metabolic disorder
A degenerative joint disease
4. A 40-year-old man presents with unexplained hypoglycemia and elevated
catecholamines. Which condition is most likely responsible for his symptoms?
Cushing's disease
, Hypopituitarism
Pheochromocytoma
Acromegaly
5. What is a contraindication for the use of Prolia in osteoporosis treatment?
Diabetes
Hypocalcemia
Hypertension
Hyperlipidemia
6. Describe why symptom control is considered the mainstay of management
for infectious mononucleosis.
Corticosteroids are used to enhance the immune response.
Antivirals are effective in treating the viral infection directly.
Isolation prevents the spread of the virus to others.
Symptom control focuses on alleviating the discomfort and
symptoms associated with the illness, as there is no specific antiviral
treatment.
7. Describe the significance of bone mass density measurement in the context
of osteoporosis diagnosis.
Bone mass density measurement is used to evaluate muscle strength
in patients.
Bone mass density measurement is primarily for assessing joint
inflammation.
Bone mass density measurement is crucial for diagnosing
osteoporosis as it quantifies bone density and helps assess fracture
, risk.
Bone mass density measurement is irrelevant in osteoporosis
diagnosis.
8. A patient presents with symptoms of PTSD, including blunted feelings and
loss of interest in significant activities. If they also report experiencing
intrusive memories of the traumatic event, which symptom would be least
likely to be associated with their diagnosis?
Blunted feelings
Intrusive recurrent recollections of the event
Hypersomnolence
Loss of interest in significant activities
9. Which effect is often experienced by individuals who have been sexually
assaulted?
suffering from PTSD
getting adequate sleep
eating regular meals
forming strong partnerships
10. Describe how PTSD can manifest in individuals who have experienced
sexual assault.
PTSD leads to a complete recovery without any long-term effects.
PTSD can manifest as flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety, and
uncontrollable thoughts about the traumatic event.
PTSD primarily causes physical symptoms such as headaches and
fatigue.
, PTSD only affects individuals who have a prior history of mental
illness.
11. A 20-year-old patient presents with fatigue, fever, and sore throat. A blood
test reveals atypical lymphocytes and positive heterophile antibodies. Based
on this information, which virus is most likely responsible for the patient's
condition?
Epstein-Barr virus
Cytomegalovirus
Acute HIV infection
Hepatitis virus
12. Describe the condition of polycythemia and its effect on blood cell levels.
Polycythemia is associated with elevated levels of all blood cell
types.
Polycythemia results in a decrease in white blood cells and platelets.
Polycythemia is a condition characterized by an increase in red
blood cell mass, leading to elevated levels of red blood cells in the
bloodstream.
Polycythemia is a type of anemia caused by low red blood cell
counts.
13. Why might the inability to bear weight be a more critical sign than swelling
or discoloration in assessing an ankle injury?
Pain is the only necessary symptom to consider for imaging.
The inability to bear weight indicates a potential fracture or severe
injury that requires imaging.
Previous injuries are more relevant than current symptoms.
Content
1. What is the BMI range that classifies a patient as Obesity Class 1?
30 to 34.9 kg/m2
40 kg/m2 and above
35 to 39.9 kg/m2
25 to 29.9 kg/m2
2. What are the three 'P's commonly associated with diabetes mellitus?
Polyphagia, Paresthesia, Pain
Pallor, Polyuria, Pain
Pain, Paresthesia, Pallor
Polyuria, Polydipsia, Polyphagia
3. A patient presents with joint pain that worsens in the morning and improves
throughout the day. Based on this symptom, what type of condition might
you suspect?
A neurological disorder
An inflammatory condition
A metabolic disorder
A degenerative joint disease
4. A 40-year-old man presents with unexplained hypoglycemia and elevated
catecholamines. Which condition is most likely responsible for his symptoms?
Cushing's disease
, Hypopituitarism
Pheochromocytoma
Acromegaly
5. What is a contraindication for the use of Prolia in osteoporosis treatment?
Diabetes
Hypocalcemia
Hypertension
Hyperlipidemia
6. Describe why symptom control is considered the mainstay of management
for infectious mononucleosis.
Corticosteroids are used to enhance the immune response.
Antivirals are effective in treating the viral infection directly.
Isolation prevents the spread of the virus to others.
Symptom control focuses on alleviating the discomfort and
symptoms associated with the illness, as there is no specific antiviral
treatment.
7. Describe the significance of bone mass density measurement in the context
of osteoporosis diagnosis.
Bone mass density measurement is used to evaluate muscle strength
in patients.
Bone mass density measurement is primarily for assessing joint
inflammation.
Bone mass density measurement is crucial for diagnosing
osteoporosis as it quantifies bone density and helps assess fracture
, risk.
Bone mass density measurement is irrelevant in osteoporosis
diagnosis.
8. A patient presents with symptoms of PTSD, including blunted feelings and
loss of interest in significant activities. If they also report experiencing
intrusive memories of the traumatic event, which symptom would be least
likely to be associated with their diagnosis?
Blunted feelings
Intrusive recurrent recollections of the event
Hypersomnolence
Loss of interest in significant activities
9. Which effect is often experienced by individuals who have been sexually
assaulted?
suffering from PTSD
getting adequate sleep
eating regular meals
forming strong partnerships
10. Describe how PTSD can manifest in individuals who have experienced
sexual assault.
PTSD leads to a complete recovery without any long-term effects.
PTSD can manifest as flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety, and
uncontrollable thoughts about the traumatic event.
PTSD primarily causes physical symptoms such as headaches and
fatigue.
, PTSD only affects individuals who have a prior history of mental
illness.
11. A 20-year-old patient presents with fatigue, fever, and sore throat. A blood
test reveals atypical lymphocytes and positive heterophile antibodies. Based
on this information, which virus is most likely responsible for the patient's
condition?
Epstein-Barr virus
Cytomegalovirus
Acute HIV infection
Hepatitis virus
12. Describe the condition of polycythemia and its effect on blood cell levels.
Polycythemia is associated with elevated levels of all blood cell
types.
Polycythemia results in a decrease in white blood cells and platelets.
Polycythemia is a condition characterized by an increase in red
blood cell mass, leading to elevated levels of red blood cells in the
bloodstream.
Polycythemia is a type of anemia caused by low red blood cell
counts.
13. Why might the inability to bear weight be a more critical sign than swelling
or discoloration in assessing an ankle injury?
Pain is the only necessary symptom to consider for imaging.
The inability to bear weight indicates a potential fracture or severe
injury that requires imaging.
Previous injuries are more relevant than current symptoms.
