2026, NR 511 Final EXAM (updated 2026)
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The most cost-effective screening test for determining HIV status is which of the
following? -CORRECTANSWER Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
Which blood test is a nonspecific method and most helpful
for evaluating the severity and course of aninflammatory process? -
CORRECTANSWER C-reactive protein (CRP
Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of
which neurotransmitter? -CORRECTANSWER 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: -CORRECTANSWER Pain at the
elbow with resisted movements at the wrist and forearm
Which of the following statements concerning the
musculoskeletal examination is true? -CORRECTANSWER 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? -CORRECTANSWER Morning stiffness
Which causes the greatest percentage of mammalian bites? -CORRECTANSWER
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? -CORRECTANSWER 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? -CORRECTANSWER 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? -CORRECTANSWER TSH
Which of the following medications for type 2 diabetes
mellitus should not be prescribed during pregnancy? -CORRECTANSWER 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? -CORRECTANSWER An enlarged rubbery gland
Eddie, age 4, presents to the ED with a live insect trapped in
his ear canal causing a lot of distress. What should be your first step? -
CORRECTANSWER Immobilize the insect with 2% lidocaine.
What is the most common cause of microcytic anemia? -CORRECTANSWER Iron-
deficiency anemia
An 82-year-old man is seen in the primary care office with
complaints of dribbling urine and difficulty starting his stream. Which of the following
should be included in the list of differential diagnoses? -CORRECTANSWER Benign
prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
Questions & Answers | Latest Already
Graded A+ UPDATE 2025|2026
The most cost-effective screening test for determining HIV status is which of the
following? -CORRECTANSWER Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
Which blood test is a nonspecific method and most helpful
for evaluating the severity and course of aninflammatory process? -
CORRECTANSWER C-reactive protein (CRP
Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of
which neurotransmitter? -CORRECTANSWER 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: -CORRECTANSWER Pain at the
elbow with resisted movements at the wrist and forearm
Which of the following statements concerning the
musculoskeletal examination is true? -CORRECTANSWER 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? -CORRECTANSWER Morning stiffness
Which causes the greatest percentage of mammalian bites? -CORRECTANSWER
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? -CORRECTANSWER 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? -CORRECTANSWER 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? -CORRECTANSWER TSH
Which of the following medications for type 2 diabetes
mellitus should not be prescribed during pregnancy? -CORRECTANSWER 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? -CORRECTANSWER An enlarged rubbery gland
Eddie, age 4, presents to the ED with a live insect trapped in
his ear canal causing a lot of distress. What should be your first step? -
CORRECTANSWER Immobilize the insect with 2% lidocaine.
What is the most common cause of microcytic anemia? -CORRECTANSWER Iron-
deficiency anemia
An 82-year-old man is seen in the primary care office with
complaints of dribbling urine and difficulty starting his stream. Which of the following
should be included in the list of differential diagnoses? -CORRECTANSWER Benign
prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
