CEA Advanced Nursing Practice Quiz – 121 Q&A | Latest
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1. A 26-year-old man has been on an antipsychotic. He requires further titration
for control of symptoms. Which of the following tests should be repeated?
EKG
Liver function test
Head CT scan
Urinalysis
2. Discuss why a personal history of melanoma is considered a significant risk
factor for future occurrences.
A personal history of melanoma only affects the risk of other skin
cancers.
A personal history of melanoma increases the likelihood of
developing new melanomas due to genetic predisposition and skin
changes.
A personal history of melanoma is irrelevant to risk factors.
A personal history of melanoma has no impact on future risk.
3. Describe the significance of ordering a noncontrast head CT scan for a
patient with altered mental status and urinary incontinence.
A noncontrast head CT scan helps identify potential structural
abnormalities in the brain that could explain the patient's symptoms.
A noncontrast head CT scan is primarily used for diagnosing
respiratory conditions.
A noncontrast head CT scan is used to assess kidney function in
patients with urinary issues.
, A noncontrast head CT scan evaluates the electrical activity of the
brain.
4. If the retired nurse continues to exhibit signs of irritability and lack of
engagement, what intervention could be most beneficial to address their
feelings of stagnation?
Advising them to focus solely on personal health
Suggesting they take up a new hobby unrelated to nursing
Encouraging involvement in community service or mentorship
programs
Recommending they avoid social interactions
5. For individuals with Major Depressive Disorder, ECT treatments are typically
administered approximately how many times?
8-10 treatments
6-12 treatments
5-6 treatments
10-15 treatments
6. A patient presents with astereognosis after a stroke affecting the right
hemisphere. What assessment should the nurse prioritize?
Conduct a full neurological examination of the right side only.
Assess the patient's ability to write with their right hand.
Monitor the patient's blood pressure and heart rate.
Evaluate the patient's sensory function on the left side of the body.
,7. A 52 y/o obese man with type 2 diabetes reports dozing off while driving,
watching TV, or reading, with increased apathy and fatigue. The PMHNP
orders a sleep study which revealed 10 episodes of apnea lasting 15 to 20
seconds each per hour of sleep. Based on these findings what should the
PMHNP prescribe for his condition?
Continuous positive airway pressure
Referral to otolaryngology for rhinoplasty
Antidepressant medication
Referral to otolaryngology for uvuloplasty
8. A patient presents with atypical symptoms of psychosis that include
inconsistent auditory hallucinations without disorganization. What is the best
definition of an EEG and its utility?
Electrophysiologic test that depicts electrical activity on the surface
of the brain
A neuropsychological test to distinguish psychosis from a
psychosomatic illness.
Radiologic test utilizing magnets and radio waves to provide a
detailed image of the structures of the brain
A serum test to indicate nutritional deficiencies that inhibit the
formation of neurotransmitters
9. Discuss how the omission of furosemide could contribute to symptoms such
as shortness of breath and a cough in a patient with heart failure.
Shortness of breath is only caused by medication interactions.
The omission of furosemide has no effect on respiratory symptoms.
The omission of furosemide can lead to fluid overload, causing
pulmonary congestion and resulting in shortness of breath and a
, cough.
Furosemide is not related to heart failure management.
10. Why is smoking cessation considered an indication for monitoring serum
drug levels?
Smoking cessation is unrelated to drug therapy management.
Smoking cessation only affects physical symptoms, not drug levels.
Smoking cessation can alter the metabolism of certain medications,
necessitating monitoring of serum drug levels.
Smoking cessation has no effect on medication metabolism.
11. A 42-year-old female recalls a brief episode of chest tightness with no
radiation or chest wall injury during her new taekwondo martial arts class.
This pain subsided during "the cool down period" of her class. Which of the
following is most likely given her presentation?
Pericarditis
Angina pectoris
Acute myocardial infarction
Hiatal hernia
12. Describe the significance of the Murphy sign in the context of abdominal
assessment.
The Murphy sign evaluates for appendicitis.
The Murphy sign assesses kidney stones.
The Murphy sign indicates liver function status.
The Murphy sign helps identify gallbladder inflammation or disease
during abdominal examination.
Update 2026 | 100% Pass Guarantee | PDF
1. A 26-year-old man has been on an antipsychotic. He requires further titration
for control of symptoms. Which of the following tests should be repeated?
EKG
Liver function test
Head CT scan
Urinalysis
2. Discuss why a personal history of melanoma is considered a significant risk
factor for future occurrences.
A personal history of melanoma only affects the risk of other skin
cancers.
A personal history of melanoma increases the likelihood of
developing new melanomas due to genetic predisposition and skin
changes.
A personal history of melanoma is irrelevant to risk factors.
A personal history of melanoma has no impact on future risk.
3. Describe the significance of ordering a noncontrast head CT scan for a
patient with altered mental status and urinary incontinence.
A noncontrast head CT scan helps identify potential structural
abnormalities in the brain that could explain the patient's symptoms.
A noncontrast head CT scan is primarily used for diagnosing
respiratory conditions.
A noncontrast head CT scan is used to assess kidney function in
patients with urinary issues.
, A noncontrast head CT scan evaluates the electrical activity of the
brain.
4. If the retired nurse continues to exhibit signs of irritability and lack of
engagement, what intervention could be most beneficial to address their
feelings of stagnation?
Advising them to focus solely on personal health
Suggesting they take up a new hobby unrelated to nursing
Encouraging involvement in community service or mentorship
programs
Recommending they avoid social interactions
5. For individuals with Major Depressive Disorder, ECT treatments are typically
administered approximately how many times?
8-10 treatments
6-12 treatments
5-6 treatments
10-15 treatments
6. A patient presents with astereognosis after a stroke affecting the right
hemisphere. What assessment should the nurse prioritize?
Conduct a full neurological examination of the right side only.
Assess the patient's ability to write with their right hand.
Monitor the patient's blood pressure and heart rate.
Evaluate the patient's sensory function on the left side of the body.
,7. A 52 y/o obese man with type 2 diabetes reports dozing off while driving,
watching TV, or reading, with increased apathy and fatigue. The PMHNP
orders a sleep study which revealed 10 episodes of apnea lasting 15 to 20
seconds each per hour of sleep. Based on these findings what should the
PMHNP prescribe for his condition?
Continuous positive airway pressure
Referral to otolaryngology for rhinoplasty
Antidepressant medication
Referral to otolaryngology for uvuloplasty
8. A patient presents with atypical symptoms of psychosis that include
inconsistent auditory hallucinations without disorganization. What is the best
definition of an EEG and its utility?
Electrophysiologic test that depicts electrical activity on the surface
of the brain
A neuropsychological test to distinguish psychosis from a
psychosomatic illness.
Radiologic test utilizing magnets and radio waves to provide a
detailed image of the structures of the brain
A serum test to indicate nutritional deficiencies that inhibit the
formation of neurotransmitters
9. Discuss how the omission of furosemide could contribute to symptoms such
as shortness of breath and a cough in a patient with heart failure.
Shortness of breath is only caused by medication interactions.
The omission of furosemide has no effect on respiratory symptoms.
The omission of furosemide can lead to fluid overload, causing
pulmonary congestion and resulting in shortness of breath and a
, cough.
Furosemide is not related to heart failure management.
10. Why is smoking cessation considered an indication for monitoring serum
drug levels?
Smoking cessation is unrelated to drug therapy management.
Smoking cessation only affects physical symptoms, not drug levels.
Smoking cessation can alter the metabolism of certain medications,
necessitating monitoring of serum drug levels.
Smoking cessation has no effect on medication metabolism.
11. A 42-year-old female recalls a brief episode of chest tightness with no
radiation or chest wall injury during her new taekwondo martial arts class.
This pain subsided during "the cool down period" of her class. Which of the
following is most likely given her presentation?
Pericarditis
Angina pectoris
Acute myocardial infarction
Hiatal hernia
12. Describe the significance of the Murphy sign in the context of abdominal
assessment.
The Murphy sign evaluates for appendicitis.
The Murphy sign assesses kidney stones.
The Murphy sign indicates liver function status.
The Murphy sign helps identify gallbladder inflammation or disease
during abdominal examination.
