NR511 Midterm Exam Study Guide
Overview UPDATED ACTUAL Exam
Questions and CORRECT Answers
Differential Diagnosis - CORRECT ANSWER - Process of distinguishing between
conditions.
Primary Care Practicum - CORRECT ANSWER - Hands-on training in primary care
settings.
Cognitive Learning Levels - CORRECT ANSWER - Analyzing, synthesizing, and
evaluating patient scenarios.
Specificity - CORRECT ANSWER - High specificity means fewer false positives.
Sensitivity - CORRECT ANSWER - High sensitivity indicates accurate disease detection.
OLD CARTS - CORRECT ANSWER - A mnemonic for documenting patient pain
history.
Evidence-based Practice - CORRECT ANSWER - Clinical decision-making based on
research and guidelines.
Herpes Zoster - CORRECT ANSWER - Painful rash caused by varicella-zoster virus.
Dermatome - CORRECT ANSWER - Area of skin supplied by a single spinal nerve.
PCR Assay - CORRECT ANSWER - Test to detect viral DNA in patients.
,Common Skin Complaints - CORRECT ANSWER - Includes rash, alopecia, vitiligo, and
chloasma.
Pruritus - CORRECT ANSWER - Itching sensation that urges scratching.
Urticaria - CORRECT ANSWER - Inflammation causing hives; requires cause
identification.
Epinephrine Administration - CORRECT ANSWER - First response for severe allergic
reactions.
Teachable Moment - CORRECT ANSWER - Opportunity to educate patients on health
practices.
Tepid Water Use - CORRECT ANSWER - Recommended for older adults to prevent dry
skin.
Mild Cleansing Cream - CORRECT ANSWER - Preferred for skin care in older adults.
Rash Assessment - CORRECT ANSWER - Evaluate location and symptoms for diagnosis.
Respiratory Symptoms - CORRECT ANSWER - Signs indicating potential severe allergic
reactions.
Prioritizing NP Actions - CORRECT ANSWER - Determine first steps based on patient
needs.
Clinical Practice Guidelines - CORRECT ANSWER - Recommendations based on
systematic reviews of evidence.
, 2nd Gen H1 Antihistamines - CORRECT ANSWER - Medications like hydroxyzine for
allergy treatment.
Cholinergic Urticaria - CORRECT ANSWER - Hives triggered by heat, exercise, or
anxiety.
Scabies - CORRECT ANSWER - Mite infestation causing intense itching and burrows.
Sarcoptes Scabiei - CORRECT ANSWER - Mite responsible for causing scabies.
Scabicides - CORRECT ANSWER - Lotions used to treat scabies infestations.
Permethrin Cream - CORRECT ANSWER - Scabicide applied for 8-12 hours, repeat
weekly.
Pediculosis - CORRECT ANSWER - Infestation of lice on the scalp.
Nits - CORRECT ANSWER - Lice eggs firmly attached to hair shafts.
Tinea Infections - CORRECT ANSWER - Fungal infections classified by body location.
Candida Albicans - CORRECT ANSWER - Common yeast causing fungal skin infections.
Tinea Pedis - CORRECT ANSWER - Athlete's foot, affecting feet and toes.
Tinea Cruis - CORRECT ANSWER - Jock itch, affecting the groin area.
Balanitis - CORRECT ANSWER - Candidiasis affecting the glans of the penis.
Overview UPDATED ACTUAL Exam
Questions and CORRECT Answers
Differential Diagnosis - CORRECT ANSWER - Process of distinguishing between
conditions.
Primary Care Practicum - CORRECT ANSWER - Hands-on training in primary care
settings.
Cognitive Learning Levels - CORRECT ANSWER - Analyzing, synthesizing, and
evaluating patient scenarios.
Specificity - CORRECT ANSWER - High specificity means fewer false positives.
Sensitivity - CORRECT ANSWER - High sensitivity indicates accurate disease detection.
OLD CARTS - CORRECT ANSWER - A mnemonic for documenting patient pain
history.
Evidence-based Practice - CORRECT ANSWER - Clinical decision-making based on
research and guidelines.
Herpes Zoster - CORRECT ANSWER - Painful rash caused by varicella-zoster virus.
Dermatome - CORRECT ANSWER - Area of skin supplied by a single spinal nerve.
PCR Assay - CORRECT ANSWER - Test to detect viral DNA in patients.
,Common Skin Complaints - CORRECT ANSWER - Includes rash, alopecia, vitiligo, and
chloasma.
Pruritus - CORRECT ANSWER - Itching sensation that urges scratching.
Urticaria - CORRECT ANSWER - Inflammation causing hives; requires cause
identification.
Epinephrine Administration - CORRECT ANSWER - First response for severe allergic
reactions.
Teachable Moment - CORRECT ANSWER - Opportunity to educate patients on health
practices.
Tepid Water Use - CORRECT ANSWER - Recommended for older adults to prevent dry
skin.
Mild Cleansing Cream - CORRECT ANSWER - Preferred for skin care in older adults.
Rash Assessment - CORRECT ANSWER - Evaluate location and symptoms for diagnosis.
Respiratory Symptoms - CORRECT ANSWER - Signs indicating potential severe allergic
reactions.
Prioritizing NP Actions - CORRECT ANSWER - Determine first steps based on patient
needs.
Clinical Practice Guidelines - CORRECT ANSWER - Recommendations based on
systematic reviews of evidence.
, 2nd Gen H1 Antihistamines - CORRECT ANSWER - Medications like hydroxyzine for
allergy treatment.
Cholinergic Urticaria - CORRECT ANSWER - Hives triggered by heat, exercise, or
anxiety.
Scabies - CORRECT ANSWER - Mite infestation causing intense itching and burrows.
Sarcoptes Scabiei - CORRECT ANSWER - Mite responsible for causing scabies.
Scabicides - CORRECT ANSWER - Lotions used to treat scabies infestations.
Permethrin Cream - CORRECT ANSWER - Scabicide applied for 8-12 hours, repeat
weekly.
Pediculosis - CORRECT ANSWER - Infestation of lice on the scalp.
Nits - CORRECT ANSWER - Lice eggs firmly attached to hair shafts.
Tinea Infections - CORRECT ANSWER - Fungal infections classified by body location.
Candida Albicans - CORRECT ANSWER - Common yeast causing fungal skin infections.
Tinea Pedis - CORRECT ANSWER - Athlete's foot, affecting feet and toes.
Tinea Cruis - CORRECT ANSWER - Jock itch, affecting the groin area.
Balanitis - CORRECT ANSWER - Candidiasis affecting the glans of the penis.
