NR509 EXAM QUESTIONS & ANSWERS | ADVANCED NURSING
ASSESSMENT | COMPLETE STUDY GUIDE
1. A cherry angioma is a:
Form of melanoma
Benign vascular tumor
Malignant vascular tumor
Lesion caused by previous fracture
2. Describe the significance of identifying the location of a mitral valve murmur
during a physical examination.
It indicates the presence of lung disease.
It only affects blood pressure readings.
Identifying the location of a mitral valve murmur helps in diagnosing
potential heart conditions.
It is irrelevant to patient assessment.
3. If a patient presents with a pigmented lesion that is asymmetrical, has
irregular borders, shows color changes, and measures 1 cm in diameter, what
steps should a healthcare professional take based on the ABCDEs of
melanoma?
Advise the patient to apply sunscreen regularly.
Prescribe topical medication for skin lesions.
Refer the patient for further evaluation and possible biopsy.
Monitor the lesion for changes over time.
,4. If a patient presents with decreased range of motion and tenderness in the
jaw, what condition might they be experiencing?
Tension headache
Osteoarthritis
TMJ dislocation
Sinusitis
5. What is melanoma, a type of skin cancer, and how is it generally treatable?
It is a malignant pigmented mole and is curable if caught in the
early stage; 20% are diagnosed at advanced stages
It is an early-stage cancer that always requires extensive surgery
It is a benign growth and requires no treatment
It is a type of carcinoma that is only treatable with chemotherapy
6. Describe how the symptoms of Parkinson's disease can affect a patient's daily
life.
Symptoms only affect cognitive functions.
Symptoms have no impact on daily life.
Symptoms like tremors and a shuffling gait can hinder mobility and
daily activities.
Symptoms are temporary and do not require management.
7. What effect does the position of the brachial artery have on blood pressure
readings?
It has no effect on blood pressure readings.
It affects the readings based on its position relative to heart level.
, It only affects systolic pressure readings.
It only affects diastolic pressure readings.
8. What are two potential conditions associated with sciatic nerve tenderness?
Fractured femur or knee ligament injury.
A herniated disc or nerve root impingement from a mass lesion.
Tendonitis or bursitis.
Carpal tunnel syndrome or tennis elbow.
9. During the general survey, which of the following aspects should the nurse
assess first?
The patient's pain level
The patient's speech and communication
The patient's height and weight
The patient's level of consciousness
10. A patient presents with fatigue, weight loss, and a rash. What should a
healthcare professional consider regarding these symptoms in relation to
joint health?
These symptoms are typical of a common cold and do not require
further investigation.
These symptoms are unrelated to joint health and indicate a
respiratory issue.
These symptoms may suggest an underlying condition affecting
the joints.
These symptoms indicate that the patient is dehydrated.
, 11. What is bursitis?
Inflammation of a bursa
Movement around the affected area becomes painful, with more
movement increasing the inflammation and aggravating the condition
Caused by overuse-type, repetitive, minor impacts on the area, or
from acute injuries
All of the above
12. Which of the following describes abduction?
Abduction is straightening a body part.
Abduction is moving a body part away from the midline of the
body.
Abduction is bending a body part.
Abduction is moving a body part toward the midline of the body.
13. In a physical therapy session, a patient is instructed to raise their arm
sideways away from their body. What type of movement is this an example
of?
Rotation
Flexion
Adduction
Abduction
14. Which of the following describes a pterygium?
A subacute non tender nodule caused by a blocked meibomian
gland; usually points inside the lid
ASSESSMENT | COMPLETE STUDY GUIDE
1. A cherry angioma is a:
Form of melanoma
Benign vascular tumor
Malignant vascular tumor
Lesion caused by previous fracture
2. Describe the significance of identifying the location of a mitral valve murmur
during a physical examination.
It indicates the presence of lung disease.
It only affects blood pressure readings.
Identifying the location of a mitral valve murmur helps in diagnosing
potential heart conditions.
It is irrelevant to patient assessment.
3. If a patient presents with a pigmented lesion that is asymmetrical, has
irregular borders, shows color changes, and measures 1 cm in diameter, what
steps should a healthcare professional take based on the ABCDEs of
melanoma?
Advise the patient to apply sunscreen regularly.
Prescribe topical medication for skin lesions.
Refer the patient for further evaluation and possible biopsy.
Monitor the lesion for changes over time.
,4. If a patient presents with decreased range of motion and tenderness in the
jaw, what condition might they be experiencing?
Tension headache
Osteoarthritis
TMJ dislocation
Sinusitis
5. What is melanoma, a type of skin cancer, and how is it generally treatable?
It is a malignant pigmented mole and is curable if caught in the
early stage; 20% are diagnosed at advanced stages
It is an early-stage cancer that always requires extensive surgery
It is a benign growth and requires no treatment
It is a type of carcinoma that is only treatable with chemotherapy
6. Describe how the symptoms of Parkinson's disease can affect a patient's daily
life.
Symptoms only affect cognitive functions.
Symptoms have no impact on daily life.
Symptoms like tremors and a shuffling gait can hinder mobility and
daily activities.
Symptoms are temporary and do not require management.
7. What effect does the position of the brachial artery have on blood pressure
readings?
It has no effect on blood pressure readings.
It affects the readings based on its position relative to heart level.
, It only affects systolic pressure readings.
It only affects diastolic pressure readings.
8. What are two potential conditions associated with sciatic nerve tenderness?
Fractured femur or knee ligament injury.
A herniated disc or nerve root impingement from a mass lesion.
Tendonitis or bursitis.
Carpal tunnel syndrome or tennis elbow.
9. During the general survey, which of the following aspects should the nurse
assess first?
The patient's pain level
The patient's speech and communication
The patient's height and weight
The patient's level of consciousness
10. A patient presents with fatigue, weight loss, and a rash. What should a
healthcare professional consider regarding these symptoms in relation to
joint health?
These symptoms are typical of a common cold and do not require
further investigation.
These symptoms are unrelated to joint health and indicate a
respiratory issue.
These symptoms may suggest an underlying condition affecting
the joints.
These symptoms indicate that the patient is dehydrated.
, 11. What is bursitis?
Inflammation of a bursa
Movement around the affected area becomes painful, with more
movement increasing the inflammation and aggravating the condition
Caused by overuse-type, repetitive, minor impacts on the area, or
from acute injuries
All of the above
12. Which of the following describes abduction?
Abduction is straightening a body part.
Abduction is moving a body part away from the midline of the
body.
Abduction is bending a body part.
Abduction is moving a body part toward the midline of the body.
13. In a physical therapy session, a patient is instructed to raise their arm
sideways away from their body. What type of movement is this an example
of?
Rotation
Flexion
Adduction
Abduction
14. Which of the following describes a pterygium?
A subacute non tender nodule caused by a blocked meibomian
gland; usually points inside the lid
