Medical Surgical Nursing I
FINAL EXAM READINESS GUIDE
Q&S
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, 1. Multiple Choice: Which hormone is primarily involved in
the regulation of circadian rhythms and sleep-wake cycles
in patients with sleep disorders?
a) Cortisol
b) Melatonin
c) Insulin
d) Thyroxine
Correct Answer: b) Melatonin
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: The ________ score is used to assess
the severity of pancreatitis.
Correct Answer: Ranson
3. True/False: Hyperkalemia can lead to cardiac arrest if not
treated promptly.
Correct Answer: True
4. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the
following are common complications of myocardial
infarction?
a) Arrhythmia
b) Heart failure
c) Stroke
d) Hypertension
Correct Answers: a) Arrhythmia, b) Heart failure
5. Multiple Choice: What is the first-line treatment for a
patient diagnosed with acute ischemic stroke?
a) Anticoagulants
b) Thrombolytic therapy
c) Antiplatelet agents
d) Surgical intervention
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