PAPER 2026 COMPLETE Q&A
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⩥ A patient presents with nasal congestion, sneezing, and nasal
irritation. Which additional assessment finding would indicated the need
for a rhinomanometry? Answer: Obstruction of the nasal passages is
suspected or observed
⩥ A 33-year-old patient presents with clear nasal discharge, eczema, and
itchy watery eyes. Which of the following indicators would suggest a
diagnosis of allergic rhinitis? Answer: Serum IgE level greater than 100
U/mL presents as a child in the PMH
⩥ Which of the following assessment finding would necessitate
immediate referral to emergency services or a specialist? Answer:
Severe eye redness with suspected connection related to N. Gonorrhea
⩥ Which of the following would be most appropriate for a patient with a
clinical diagnosis of acute bronchitis? Answer: Discuss the use of
acetaminophen and /or Motrin and encourage fluid and rest. Explain that
antibiotics are not effective in viral infections.
, ⩥ A patient with a diagnosis of COPD present with an FEV1/FVC ratio
of less than 70% and 40% of a normal FEV1
range. Which of the GOLD stages does this patient fall into? Answer:
GOLD stage 3- Severe
⩥ A patient presents with a diagnosis of COPD. In this patient, which
lab values would be expected to support of COPD? Answer:
Hemoglobin 20 and hematocrit 52
⩥ A 69-year old female patient with a diagnosis of community acquired
pneumonia is assigned a CURB-65 of 1. What care setting would be
appropriate for the this patient? Answer: Outpatient care
⩥ A patient has presented with a blood pressure of 136/86. Patient is
over 60 years of age. In Relatively good health and denies smoking or
excessive alcohol use. Which of the following nonpharmacological
interventions would be most appropriate? Answer: Work with patient to
establish a DASH diet plan
⩥ A 45-year-old patient presents with no acute distress and BP of
162/102. Hydrochlorothiazide is prescribed along with diet and exercise
plan guidance is provided. In what timeframe should the patient return
for follow-up? Answer: 6 weeks or if patient experiences any acute
distress