NR 511 Final Actual Exam Question
with Verified Answers 2026/2027
Eddie, age 4, presents to the ED with a live insect trapped in
his ear canal causing a lot of distress. What should be your first
step?
Immobilize the insect with 2% lidocaine.
What is the most common cause of microcytic anemia?
Iron-deficiency anemia
An 82-year-old man is seen in the primary care offi ce with
complaints of dribbling urine and diffi culty starting his stream.
Which of the following should be included in the list of differential
diagnoses?
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
Parkinson's disease Prostate cancer
The most cost-effective screening test for determining HIV status is which of
the following?
Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
Which blood test is a nonspecific method and most helpful
for evaluating the severity and course of aninflammatory process?
,C-reactive protein (CRP
Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of
which neurotransmitter?
Dopamine
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?
Transvaginal ultrasound
A diabetic patient asks the clinician why he needs to check
his blood sugar at home even when he feels good. Which of the following
responses would be most appropriate?
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?
TSH
Which of the following medications for type 2 diabetes
mellitus should not be prescribed during pregnancy?
Glucotrol
During a DRE on a 75-year-old man, the clinician suspects
the patient has prostate cancer. What physical finding should make the
clinician suspicious?
An enlarged rubbery gland
Early rheumatoid disease is characterized by:
Joint swelling and immobility on rising
A 70-year-old female has fallen 2 weeks ago and developed
immediate pain in her left wrist. She thought she just bruised it but is worried
because it has not improved. She has used Tylenol® and ice at home, and
that has helped slightly. You examine her and find she has moderate swelling
and ecchymosis but no overtly obvious deformity. Her ROM is uncomfortable
with Verified Answers 2026/2027
Eddie, age 4, presents to the ED with a live insect trapped in
his ear canal causing a lot of distress. What should be your first
step?
Immobilize the insect with 2% lidocaine.
What is the most common cause of microcytic anemia?
Iron-deficiency anemia
An 82-year-old man is seen in the primary care offi ce with
complaints of dribbling urine and diffi culty starting his stream.
Which of the following should be included in the list of differential
diagnoses?
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
Parkinson's disease Prostate cancer
The most cost-effective screening test for determining HIV status is which of
the following?
Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
Which blood test is a nonspecific method and most helpful
for evaluating the severity and course of aninflammatory process?
,C-reactive protein (CRP
Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of
which neurotransmitter?
Dopamine
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?
Transvaginal ultrasound
A diabetic patient asks the clinician why he needs to check
his blood sugar at home even when he feels good. Which of the following
responses would be most appropriate?
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?
TSH
Which of the following medications for type 2 diabetes
mellitus should not be prescribed during pregnancy?
Glucotrol
During a DRE on a 75-year-old man, the clinician suspects
the patient has prostate cancer. What physical finding should make the
clinician suspicious?
An enlarged rubbery gland
Early rheumatoid disease is characterized by:
Joint swelling and immobility on rising
A 70-year-old female has fallen 2 weeks ago and developed
immediate pain in her left wrist. She thought she just bruised it but is worried
because it has not improved. She has used Tylenol® and ice at home, and
that has helped slightly. You examine her and find she has moderate swelling
and ecchymosis but no overtly obvious deformity. Her ROM is uncomfortable
