SUMMER SESSION
In examination of the nose, the clinician observes gray, pale mucous membranes with clear, serous
discharge. This is most likely indicative of: Allergic rhinitis
Your patient complains of a feeling of heaviness in the lower legs daily. You note varicosities, edema, and
dusky color of both ankles and feet. Which of the following is the most likely cause for these signs?
Venous insufficiency
Which of the following is the most important question to ask during cardiovascular health history?
Sudden death of a family member
Rheumatic heart disease is a complication that can arise from which type of infection?
Group A beta hemolytic streptococcus
A cough is described as chronic if it has been present for: 8 weeks or more
A key symptom of ischemic heart disease is chest pain. However, angina equivalents may include
exertional dyspnea. Angina equivalents are important because:A & B only
A woman with an X-linked dominant disorder will: Transmit the disorder to 50% of her offspring (male or
female)
A 55-year-old post-menopausal woman with a history of hypertension complains of jaw pain on heavy
exertion. There were no complaints of chest pain. Her ECG indicates normal sinus rhythm without ST
segment abnormalities. Your plan may include: Exercise stress test
The aging process causes what normal physiological changes in the heart?
The heart valve thickens and becomes rigid, secondary to fibrosis and sclerosis
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,It is important to not dilate the eye if is suspected Acute closed-angle glaucoma
Your client is a 78-year-old female with a smoking history of 120-pack years. She complains of hoarseness
that has developed over the last few months. It is important to exclude the possibility of:
Laryngeal cancer
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, In examining the mouth of an older adult with a history of smoking, the nurse practitioner finds a
suspicious oral lesion. The patient has been referred for a biopsy to be sent for pathology. Which is the
most common oral precancerous lesion? Leukoplakia
A 20-year-old engineering student complains of episodes of abdominal discomfort, bloating, and
episodes of diarrhea. The signs usually occur after eating, and pain is frequently relieved with bowel
movement. She is on a “celiac diet” and the episodic signs persist. Physical examination anddiagnostic
tests are negative. Colonoscopy is negative for any abnormalities. This is a history and physicalconsistent
with: Irritable bowel syndrome
The most common cause of eye redness is: Conjunctivitis
In AR disorders, carriers have: One copy of a gene mutation but not the disease
According to the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA):All of the abovE
Aortic regurgitation requires medical treatment for early signs of CHF with:ACE inhibitors
Which of the following is the most common cause of heartburn-type epigastric pain?
Decreased lower esophageal sphincter tone
The best way to diagnose structural heart disease/dysfunction non-invasively is:
Echocardiogram
Essential parts of a health history include all of the following exceptCurrent vital signs
Men have faster and more efficient biotransformation of drugs and this is thought to be due to:
Answer is Testosterone (one option is repeated)
The main focus of treatment of clients with ACD is:Management of the underlying disorder
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