NRNP 6531 week 8 knowledge check SPRING 2026 SPRING 2026

Week 8 Knowledge Check
Question 1
pts
Which of the following is not a risk factor associated with the
development of syndrome X and type 2 diabetes mellitus?
Hypertriglyceridemia and low high-density lipoprotein (HDL)



Gestational diabetes and polycystic ovarian syndrome



Hispanic, African American, Native-American, and Pacific Islander ethnicity



Postprandial hypoglycemia




Question 2
pts
The most commonly recommended method for prostate
cancer screening in a 55 year old male is:


Digital rectal examination (DRE) plus prostate specific antigen (PSA)


Prostate specific antigen (PSA) alone


Transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) alone


Prostate specific antigen (PSA) and transrectal ultrasound (TRUS)

, Question 3
pts
A 20 year old male patient complains of “scrotal swelling.”
He states his scrotum feels heavy, but denies pain. On
examination, the nurse practitioner notes transillumination
of the scrotum. What is the most likely diagnosis?


Indirect inguinal hernia


Hydrocele


Orchitis


Testicular torsion




Question 4
pts
Which of the following patients most warrants screening for
hypothyroidism?


A young adult female with postpartum depression lasting 2 weeks.


A patient taking thyroid replacement preparation.


A 40 year old male with unexplained tremors.


An elderly female with recent onset of mental dysfunction.