Exam 2: PNR 207/ PNR207 (NEW 2025/ 2026 Update)
Transition to PN/VN Practice Capstone Review| Questions
& Answers| Grade A| 100% Correct (Verified Solutions)-
Fortis
What dietary requirements are important for the elderly? - ans -Protein for
muscle mass, fiber for digestive health, and reduced calorie intake.
What neurotransmitter deficiency causes Parkinson's Disease? - ans -A lack of
dopamine.
What are common signs and symptoms of Parkinson's Disease? - ans -Pin-rolling
tremors, bradykinesia (slow movement and speech), and rigidity.
What medication is commonly used to treat Parkinson's Disease? - ans -
Levodopa/Carbidopa.
What nursing interventions are important for patients with Parkinson's Disease? -
ans -Fall precautions, assistive devices, ROM exercises, monitor swallowing, and
increase fiber intake.
What are the risk factors associated with multiple myeloma? - ans -Family
tendency, ionizing radiation, and exposure to herbicides, insecticides, and
chemicals (especially benzene).
What are common signs and symptoms of multiple myeloma? - ans -Backache
and bone pain.
What nursing interventions should be implemented for patients with multiple
myeloma? - ans -Encourage hydration (3 to 5L), pain management (NSAIDs, anti-
inflammatories, narcotics), psychosocial care, and educate about hypercalcemia.
What are the signs and symptoms of testicular cancer? - ans -Firm and painless
lump or enlargement of the testicles, unexplained weight loss, decreased
appetite, and enlarged scrotum.
, What dietary guidelines should be followed for hypertension? - ans -Follow the
DASH diet, limit sodium intake to less than 2,300 mg (preferably 1,500 mg) per
day, and avoid boiled shrimp.
When should breast self-examinations be performed? - ans -Monthly, one week
after menstruation.
What is the technique for performing a breast self-examination while lying down?
- ans -Lie flat and use the pads of your fingers to feel breast tissue in small circles,
starting from the outside and moving toward the nipple.
What are the exercise requirements for healthy older adults? - ans -30 minutes of
exercise, 5 days a week.
What dietary recommendations should be followed for GERD? - ans -Avoid high-
fat oils, spicy foods, peanut butter, fried foods, and dairy; eat 4-6 small meals a
day; avoid straws and carbonated drinks; limit acidic foods and alcohol.
What are Kussmaul respirations? - ans -Deep and labored respirations that occur
due to metabolic acidosis, characterized by fruity breath and tachypnea.
In which conditions are Kussmaul respirations commonly observed? - ans -
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and renal failure.
How can petechiae be assessed in dark-skinned patients? - ans -Check mucous
membranes (oral mucosa and under eyelids), examine lighter skin areas, use good
lighting, perform a compression test, and inquire about symptoms.
What areas should NOT be assessed for petechiae in dark-skinned patients? - ans
-The eyes.
What are common vision and hearing changes in older adults? - ans -Changes in
vision and hearing are common physiological changes in older adults.
What is a significant risk factor for urinary tract infections (UTIs) in older adults? -
ans -Increased risk for urinary tract infections (UTIs) is a significant concern.
Transition to PN/VN Practice Capstone Review| Questions
& Answers| Grade A| 100% Correct (Verified Solutions)-
Fortis
What dietary requirements are important for the elderly? - ans -Protein for
muscle mass, fiber for digestive health, and reduced calorie intake.
What neurotransmitter deficiency causes Parkinson's Disease? - ans -A lack of
dopamine.
What are common signs and symptoms of Parkinson's Disease? - ans -Pin-rolling
tremors, bradykinesia (slow movement and speech), and rigidity.
What medication is commonly used to treat Parkinson's Disease? - ans -
Levodopa/Carbidopa.
What nursing interventions are important for patients with Parkinson's Disease? -
ans -Fall precautions, assistive devices, ROM exercises, monitor swallowing, and
increase fiber intake.
What are the risk factors associated with multiple myeloma? - ans -Family
tendency, ionizing radiation, and exposure to herbicides, insecticides, and
chemicals (especially benzene).
What are common signs and symptoms of multiple myeloma? - ans -Backache
and bone pain.
What nursing interventions should be implemented for patients with multiple
myeloma? - ans -Encourage hydration (3 to 5L), pain management (NSAIDs, anti-
inflammatories, narcotics), psychosocial care, and educate about hypercalcemia.
What are the signs and symptoms of testicular cancer? - ans -Firm and painless
lump or enlargement of the testicles, unexplained weight loss, decreased
appetite, and enlarged scrotum.
, What dietary guidelines should be followed for hypertension? - ans -Follow the
DASH diet, limit sodium intake to less than 2,300 mg (preferably 1,500 mg) per
day, and avoid boiled shrimp.
When should breast self-examinations be performed? - ans -Monthly, one week
after menstruation.
What is the technique for performing a breast self-examination while lying down?
- ans -Lie flat and use the pads of your fingers to feel breast tissue in small circles,
starting from the outside and moving toward the nipple.
What are the exercise requirements for healthy older adults? - ans -30 minutes of
exercise, 5 days a week.
What dietary recommendations should be followed for GERD? - ans -Avoid high-
fat oils, spicy foods, peanut butter, fried foods, and dairy; eat 4-6 small meals a
day; avoid straws and carbonated drinks; limit acidic foods and alcohol.
What are Kussmaul respirations? - ans -Deep and labored respirations that occur
due to metabolic acidosis, characterized by fruity breath and tachypnea.
In which conditions are Kussmaul respirations commonly observed? - ans -
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and renal failure.
How can petechiae be assessed in dark-skinned patients? - ans -Check mucous
membranes (oral mucosa and under eyelids), examine lighter skin areas, use good
lighting, perform a compression test, and inquire about symptoms.
What areas should NOT be assessed for petechiae in dark-skinned patients? - ans
-The eyes.
What are common vision and hearing changes in older adults? - ans -Changes in
vision and hearing are common physiological changes in older adults.
What is a significant risk factor for urinary tract infections (UTIs) in older adults? -
ans -Increased risk for urinary tract infections (UTIs) is a significant concern.
