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NURS-6531D-1/NURS-6531N-1ADV Practice Exam: Care of Adults, Exams of Nursing

Questions and answers from a final exam for a nursing course focused on the care of adults. Topics covered include various diagnoses, medications, symptoms, and treatments. Students are expected to have a solid understanding of adult health issues and appropriate interventions.

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2023/2024

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CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As) DOWNLOAD A+

- Question (^1) 0 out of 1 points A patient has been diagnosed with hypothyroidism and thyroid hormone replacement therapy is prescribed. How long should the nurse practitioner wait before checking the patient’s TSH? **Six to 8 weeks

  • Question** 2 0 out of 1 points A patient has been diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). Which of the following medications may be used to treat generalized anxiety disorder? Treatment may include counseling and medications, such as antidepressants. Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI), Anxiolytic, and Antidepressant Paxil Effexor Lexapro and cymbalta - Question 3 NURS- 6531 D- 1 /NURS- 6531 N- 1 ADV PRACTICE CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As)

CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As) DOWNLOAD A+ 0 out of 1 points What is the most common cause of Cushing’s syndrome? Pituitary- dependent/ACTH- dependent (Cushing's disease), one is a pituitary form, which results from excessive production of ACTH by a tumor of the pituitary gland,

- Question 4 Which of the following is the most cause of low back pain? Lumbar disc disease - Question 5 1 out of 1 points 1 out of 1 points Warfarin (Coumadin) is prescribed for a frail, elderly male with new onset NURS- 6531 D- 1 /NURS- 6531 N- 1 ADV PRACTICE CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As)

CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As) DOWNLOAD A+ atrial fibrillation. The goal INR for this patient should be: 2.0 to 3.

- Question 6 1 out of 1 points A 72 year old patient exhibits sudden onset of fluctuating restlessness, agitation, confusion, and impaired attention. This is accompanied by visual hallucinations and sleep disturbance. What is the most likely cause of this behavior? delirium - Question 7 1 out of 1 points Which of the following is the most common causative organism of nongonococcal NURS- 6531 D- 1 /NURS- 6531 N- 1 ADV PRACTICE CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As)

CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As) DOWNLOAD A+ urethritis? which of the following does not cause nongonococcal urethritis a chlamydia – most common b. mycoplasma c. neisseria d. ureaplasma

- Question 8 1 out of 1 points Which appropriate test for the initial assessment of Alzheimer’s disease provides the performance ratings on 10 complex, higher order activities? FAQ - Question 9 0 out of 1 points What conditions must be met for you to bill “incident to” the physician, receiving 100% reimbursement from Medicare? the physician must be on-site and engaged in client care. NURS- 6531 D- 1 /NURS- 6531 N- 1 ADV PRACTICE CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As)

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- Question 10 A positive drawer sign supports a diagnosis of: cruciate ligament - Question 11 0 out of 1 points You have a new patient that presents with generalized lymphadenopathy. You know that this is indicative of: A. Infection B. Malignancy C. Inflammation D. Drug E. Endocrine B. A. Infection - Viral: infectious mononucleosis (CMV, EBP), HIV - Bacterial: skin infection, TB NURS- 6531 D- 1 /NURS- 6531 N- 1 ADV PRACTICE CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As)

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  • Fungal: cryptococcal B. Malignancy
  • Hematological: lymphoma, leukemia
  • Solid tumour LN met C. Inflammatory
  • Castleman ds
  • Kimura ds
  • Kikuchi ds
  • SLE, RA NURS- 6531 D- 1 /NURS- 6531 N- 1 ADV PRACTICE CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As)

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  • Amyloidosis, sarcoidosis D. Drug
  • Phenytoin (anti-seizure)
  • Hydralazine (HF) E. Endocrine [rare]
  • Addison's disease
  • Hypothyroidism - Question 12 0 out of 1 points A 15 year-old female patient is 5 feet tall and weighs 85 pounds. You suspect anorexia and know that the best initial approach is to: confront Julie with the fact that you suspect an eating disorder - Question 13 NURS- 6531 D- 1 /NURS- 6531 N- 1 ADV PRACTICE CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As)

CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As) DOWNLOAD A+ 0 out of 1 points A patient taking levothyroxine is being over-replaced. What condition is he at risk for? Osteoporosis, arrhythmias, afib

- Question 14 0 out of 1 points A nurse practitioner diagnoses a 60 year old male with balanitis. Which disease is commonly associated with balanitis? diabetes - Question 15 0 out of 1 points The diagnosis of human papilloma virus (HPV) infection in males is usually made NURS- 6531 D- 1 /NURS- 6531 N- 1 ADV PRACTICE CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As)

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- Question 16 0 out of 1 points Martin, a 58 year old male with diabetes, is at your office for his PRO follow up. On examining his feet with monofilament, you discover that he has developed decreased sensation in both feet. There are no open areas or signs of infection on his feet. What health teaching should Martin receive today regarding the care if his feet? See a podiatrist yearly; wash your feet daily with warm, soapy water and towel dry NURS- 6531 D- 1 /NURS- 6531 N- 1 ADV PRACTICE CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As)

CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As) DOWNLOAD A+ between the toes; inspect your feet daily for any lesions; and apply lotion to any dry areas.

- Question 17 0 out of 1 points Which of the following is a potential acquired cause of thrombophilia? 1. Lupus anticoagulant

  1. antiphospholipid antibody syndrome --antibody to phospholipids - Question 18 0 out of 1 points Deficiency of which nutritional source usually presents with an insidious onset of paresthesias of the hands and feet that are usually painful? B 12 NURS- 6531 D- 1 /NURS- 6531 N- 1 ADV PRACTICE CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As)

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- Question 19 0 out of 1 points What information should patients with diabetes and their families receive about hypoglycemia? Hypoglycemia is serious, dangerous, and can be fatal if not treated quickly. - Question 20 0 out of 1 points Josh, age 22 , is a stock boy and has an acute episode of low back pain. You order and NSAID and tell him which of the following? alternate with Tylenol if needed - Que stio NURS- 6531 D- 1 /NURS- 6531 N- 1 ADV PRACTICE CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As)

CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As) DOWNLOAD A+ n 21 1 out of 1 points 1 out of 1 points Reed-Sternberg B lymphocytes are associated with which of the following disorders: Hodgkin’s lymphoma

- Question 22 NURS- 6531 D- 1 /NURS- 6531 N- 1 ADV PRACTICE CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As)

CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As) DOWNLOAD A+ 0 out of 1 points Marsha presents with symptoms resembling both fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome, which have many similarities. Which of the following is more characteristic of fibromyalgia? Musculoskeletal pain is not characteristic of chronic fatigue syndrome; rather, it is characteristic of NURS- 6531 D- 1 /NURS- 6531 N- 1 ADV PRACTICE CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As)

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- Question 23 1 out of 1 points Beth, age 49, comes in with low back pain. An x-ray of the lumbosacral spine is within normal limits. Which of the following diagnoses do you explore further? herniated nucleus pulposus. - Question 24 0 out of 1 points Steve, age 69, has gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). When teaching him how to reduce his lower esophageal sphincter pressure, which substances do you recommend that he avoid? NURS- 6531 D- 1 /NURS- 6531 N- 1 ADV PRACTICE CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As)

CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As) 2022/2023 DOWNLOAD A+ avoid chocolate, alcohol, carbonated drinks, peppermint, coffee, citrus, onion, and garlic. And weight loss

- Question 25 1 out of 1 points The cornerstone of treatment for stress fracture of the femur or metatarsal stress fracture is: Rest the affected part of the body

  • Once pain free, the person can gradually begin the sporting activity again
  • Air splinting can reduce pain and decrease the time until return to full participation or intensity of exercise.
  • NSAIDs to reduce pain and inflammation - Question 26 0 out of 1 NURS- 6531 D- 1 /NURS- 6531 N- 1 ADV PRACTICE CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As)

CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As) 2022/2023 DOWNLOAD A+ points Which of the following is not a risk factor associated with the development of syndrome X and type 2 diabetes mellitus? Post-prandial hypoglycemia

- Question 27 1 out of 1 points A thymectomy is usually recommended in the early treatment of which disease? Thymectomy is an important treatment option for Myasthenia Gravis NURS- 6531 D- 1 /NURS- 6531 N- 1 ADV PRACTICE CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As)

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- Question 28 The most common cause of elevated liver function tests is: Chronic alcohol abuse. - Question 29 0 out of 1 points 1 out of 1 points A 14 year old female cheerleader reports gradual and progressive dull anterior knee pain, exacerbated by kneeling. The nurse practitioner notes swelling and point tenderness at the tibial tuberosity. X-ray is negative. What is the most likely diagnosis? Osgood The most likely diagnosis based on the reports of gradual progressive dull anterior NURS- 6531 D- 1 /NURS- 6531 N- 1 ADV PRACTICE CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As)

CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As) 2022/2023 DOWNLOAD A+ knee pain cause of kneeling and the complains of sore lump on the patient’s knee which the result of the assessment notes were swelling and point tenderness is likely Arthritis or gout. It is the symptoms of Arthritis or gouts usually complaining having knee pain and swelling.

- Question 30 Which of the following is a contraindication for metformin therapy? Creatinine > 1. Renal dysfunction. Congestive cardiac failure needing drug treatment. Hypersensitivity to metformin. Acute or chronic metabolic acidosis. Impaired hepatic f u n c t i o n. - Qu NURS- 6531 D- 1 /NURS- 6531 N- 1 ADV PRACTICE CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As)

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- Question 32 NURS- 6531 D- 1 /NURS- 6531 N- 1 ADV PRACTICE CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As)

CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As) 2022/2023 DOWNLOAD A+ 1 out of 1 points Which is the most common cause of end-stage renal disease in the United States? Diabetic Neuropahty, hypertenson, glomerulonephritis, systemic lupus, cystic kidney disease

- Question 33 0 out of 1 points A middle-aged female presents complaining of recent weight loss. The physical exam reveals an enlarged painless cervical lymph node. The differential diagnosis for this patient’s problem includes: All of the above (mono, toxoplasmosis, and infection) - Question 34 1 out of 1 NURS- 6531 D- 1 /NURS- 6531 N- 1 ADV PRACTICE CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As)

CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As) 2022/2023 DOWNLOAD A+ points Risk factors for prostate cancer include all of the following except: History of genital trauma and bph

- Question 35 1 out of 1 points Phalen’s test, 90°wrist flexion for 60 seconds, reproduces symptoms of: carpal tunnels - Question 36 1 out of 1 points The most effective intervention(s) to prevent stroke is (are): smoking cessation and treatment of hypertension NURS- 6531 D- 1 /NURS- 6531 N- 1 ADV PRACTICE CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As)

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- Question 37 1 out of 1 points A diabetic patient is taking low-dose enalapril for hypertension. A record of the patient’s blood pressure over 4 weeks ranges from 130 to 142 mmHg systolic and 75 to 85 mmHg diastolic. How should the nurse practitioner respond? increase the dosage of the current BP medication - Question 38 0 out of 1 points Microalbuminuria is a measure of: endothelial dysfunction, dm neuropathy, diabetic kidney disease and end organ damage r/t htn NURS- 6531 D- 1 /NURS- 6531 N- 1 ADV PRACTICE CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As)

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- Question 39 0 out of 1 points Martin, age 24, presents with an erythematous ear canal, pain, and a recent history of swimming. What do you suspect? External otitis - Question 40 1 out of 1 points A 32 year old male patient complains of urinary frequency and burning on urination for 3 days. Urinalysis reveals bacteriuria. He denies any past history of urinary tract infection. The initial treatment should be: NURS- 6531 D- 1 /NURS- 6531 N- 1 ADV PRACTICE CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As)

CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As) 2022/2023 DOWNLOAD A+ : cipro or Levaquin fluoroquinolones 10 to 14 days trimethoprim sulfamethoxazole for 14 days UTI in males should be treated with fluoroquinolones for 10 to 14 days. Acute bacterial prostatitis requires 2 weeks of oral antibiotic treatment with trimethoprim- sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX) or fluoroquinolones. Chronic bacterial prostatitis may require 4 to 6 weeks of treatment.

- Question 41 0 out of 1 points A 21-year-old female presents to the office complaining of urinary frequency and urinary burning. The nurse practitioner suspects a urinary tract infection when the urinalysis reveals 10 WBC/ HP Pyuria (neutrophils in the urine) Bacteriuria NURS- 6531 D- 1 /NURS- 6531 N- 1 ADV PRACTICE CARE OF ADULTS FINAL EXAM (OVER 100+Q & As)