NR 511 Final
Exam
The most cost-effective screening test for determining
HIV status is which of the following? - correct answer
Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
Which blood test is a nonspecific method and most
helpful
for evaluating the severity and course of aninflammatory
process? - correct answer C-reactive protein (CRP
Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of
which neurotransmitter? - correct answer Dopamine
Mrs. Thomas was seen in the office complaining of pain
and
point tenderness in the area of her elbow. The pain has
increased following a day of gardening one week ago. A
physical finding that differentiates the diagnosis and is
most consistent with lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow)
is: - correct answer Pain at the elbow with resisted
movements at the wrist and forearm
,Which of the following statements concerning the
musculoskeletal examination is true? - correct answer The
uninvolved side should be examined initially and then
compared to the involved side.
Which of the following signs or symptoms indicate an
inflammatory etiology to musculoskeletal pain? - correct
answer Morning stiffness
Which causes the greatest percentage of mammalian
bites? - correct answer Dogs
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? - correct answer
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? -
correct answer 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? - correct
answer TSH
Which of the following medications for type 2 diabetes
mellitus should not be prescribed during pregnancy? -
correct answer 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? - correct answer An
enlarged rubbery gland
Eddie, age 4, presents to the ED with a live insect trapped
in
Exam
The most cost-effective screening test for determining
HIV status is which of the following? - correct answer
Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
Which blood test is a nonspecific method and most
helpful
for evaluating the severity and course of aninflammatory
process? - correct answer C-reactive protein (CRP
Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of
which neurotransmitter? - correct answer Dopamine
Mrs. Thomas was seen in the office complaining of pain
and
point tenderness in the area of her elbow. The pain has
increased following a day of gardening one week ago. A
physical finding that differentiates the diagnosis and is
most consistent with lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow)
is: - correct answer Pain at the elbow with resisted
movements at the wrist and forearm
,Which of the following statements concerning the
musculoskeletal examination is true? - correct answer The
uninvolved side should be examined initially and then
compared to the involved side.
Which of the following signs or symptoms indicate an
inflammatory etiology to musculoskeletal pain? - correct
answer Morning stiffness
Which causes the greatest percentage of mammalian
bites? - correct answer Dogs
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? - correct answer
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? -
correct answer 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? - correct
answer TSH
Which of the following medications for type 2 diabetes
mellitus should not be prescribed during pregnancy? -
correct answer 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? - correct answer An
enlarged rubbery gland
Eddie, age 4, presents to the ED with a live insect trapped
in
