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2026 | Exam Prep | High-Yield Review Guide
1. Why is it important for patients with type 1 diabetes to have their eyes
checked annually?
To check for skin infections.
To assess overall physical fitness.
To monitor for diabetic retinopathy and other eye complications.
To evaluate lung function.
2. 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
1 week ago. A physical finding that differentiates the diagnosis and is most
consistent with lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) is:
Pain at the elbow that radiates into the forearm and pain and
weakness with gripping objects
Inability to supinate and pronate the arm
Inability to flex or extend the elbow against resistance
Ecchymosis, edema, and erythema over the lateral epicondyle
3. What is a common medication that is associated with causing elevated blood
sugar levels?
Antihistamines
Antibiotics
Antidepressants
Corticosteroids
,4. What condition is frequently identified as the leading cause of generalized
musculoskeletal pain in women aged 20 to 55?
Rheumatoid arthritis
Chronic fatigue syndrome
Fibromyalgia
Osteoarthritis
5. If a patient presents with joint swelling and morning stiffness that improves
throughout the day, what condition might they be experiencing?
Osteoarthritis
Gout
Tendinitis
Early rheumatoid disease
6. What type of musculoskeletal injury is characterized by damage to muscles
or tendons due to overuse?
A sprain
A strain
Tendinitis
A fracture
7. If a woman presents with irregular menstrual cycles and a family history of
infertility, what would be the most appropriate first step in her assessment?
Conduct a thorough medical history and physical examination.
Schedule an ultrasound imaging appointment.
, Order hormonal blood tests immediately.
Perform a hysterosalpingography.
8. Describe the relationship between Pica and iron deficiency.
Pica is often associated with severe iron deficiency, leading
individuals to crave non-nutritive substances.
Pica only occurs in individuals with a balanced diet.
Pica is unrelated to nutritional deficiencies and is purely
psychological.
Pica is a result of excessive iron intake, causing cravings for food
substitutes.
9. What is the primary method used to treat heavy metal poisoning?
Activated charcoal
Chelation therapy
Antidote administration
Dialysis
10. What is the recommended initial management for a wrist injury with swelling
and ecchymosis but no obvious deformity?
Refer to a specialist immediately.
Apply a splint and advise rest.
Prescribe pain medication and discharge.
Obtain an X-ray of the wrist to rule out a fracture.
11. The patient who has systemic lupus erythematosus asks the nurse why sun
avoidance is necessary, since a family member thought sun exposure might
, dry up the facial rash. What is the best response by the nurse?
"We always discourage sun exposure due to the risk of melanoma."
"The only way to get rid of the facial rash is from a tanning bed."
"The sun is one option of trying to get rid of the facial rash."
"The sun exposure will probably make your skin rash worse."
12. What is the primary goal of the 15-minute hour approach in clinical practice?
To reduce the number of patients seen per hour.
To enhance patient engagement and improve clinical efficiency.
To increase the duration of patient consultations.
To focus solely on administrative tasks.
13. Describe the role of C-reactive protein (CRP) in evaluating inflammatory
conditions.
C-reactive protein (CRP) evaluates liver enzyme levels.
C-reactive protein (CRP) measures blood glucose levels.
C-reactive protein (CRP) is used to assess kidney function.
C-reactive protein (CRP) is a marker that indicates the presence
and severity of inflammation in the body.
14. A family member asks if the HIV infection can be contracted from the
patient. Which response should the nurse provide?
"One way to get the infection is by using the same toilet."
"You can contract the infection through contact with blood or
contaminated body fluids such as semen."
2026 | Exam Prep | High-Yield Review Guide
1. Why is it important for patients with type 1 diabetes to have their eyes
checked annually?
To check for skin infections.
To assess overall physical fitness.
To monitor for diabetic retinopathy and other eye complications.
To evaluate lung function.
2. 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
1 week ago. A physical finding that differentiates the diagnosis and is most
consistent with lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) is:
Pain at the elbow that radiates into the forearm and pain and
weakness with gripping objects
Inability to supinate and pronate the arm
Inability to flex or extend the elbow against resistance
Ecchymosis, edema, and erythema over the lateral epicondyle
3. What is a common medication that is associated with causing elevated blood
sugar levels?
Antihistamines
Antibiotics
Antidepressants
Corticosteroids
,4. What condition is frequently identified as the leading cause of generalized
musculoskeletal pain in women aged 20 to 55?
Rheumatoid arthritis
Chronic fatigue syndrome
Fibromyalgia
Osteoarthritis
5. If a patient presents with joint swelling and morning stiffness that improves
throughout the day, what condition might they be experiencing?
Osteoarthritis
Gout
Tendinitis
Early rheumatoid disease
6. What type of musculoskeletal injury is characterized by damage to muscles
or tendons due to overuse?
A sprain
A strain
Tendinitis
A fracture
7. If a woman presents with irregular menstrual cycles and a family history of
infertility, what would be the most appropriate first step in her assessment?
Conduct a thorough medical history and physical examination.
Schedule an ultrasound imaging appointment.
, Order hormonal blood tests immediately.
Perform a hysterosalpingography.
8. Describe the relationship between Pica and iron deficiency.
Pica is often associated with severe iron deficiency, leading
individuals to crave non-nutritive substances.
Pica only occurs in individuals with a balanced diet.
Pica is unrelated to nutritional deficiencies and is purely
psychological.
Pica is a result of excessive iron intake, causing cravings for food
substitutes.
9. What is the primary method used to treat heavy metal poisoning?
Activated charcoal
Chelation therapy
Antidote administration
Dialysis
10. What is the recommended initial management for a wrist injury with swelling
and ecchymosis but no obvious deformity?
Refer to a specialist immediately.
Apply a splint and advise rest.
Prescribe pain medication and discharge.
Obtain an X-ray of the wrist to rule out a fracture.
11. The patient who has systemic lupus erythematosus asks the nurse why sun
avoidance is necessary, since a family member thought sun exposure might
, dry up the facial rash. What is the best response by the nurse?
"We always discourage sun exposure due to the risk of melanoma."
"The only way to get rid of the facial rash is from a tanning bed."
"The sun is one option of trying to get rid of the facial rash."
"The sun exposure will probably make your skin rash worse."
12. What is the primary goal of the 15-minute hour approach in clinical practice?
To reduce the number of patients seen per hour.
To enhance patient engagement and improve clinical efficiency.
To increase the duration of patient consultations.
To focus solely on administrative tasks.
13. Describe the role of C-reactive protein (CRP) in evaluating inflammatory
conditions.
C-reactive protein (CRP) evaluates liver enzyme levels.
C-reactive protein (CRP) measures blood glucose levels.
C-reactive protein (CRP) is used to assess kidney function.
C-reactive protein (CRP) is a marker that indicates the presence
and severity of inflammation in the body.
14. A family member asks if the HIV infection can be contracted from the
patient. Which response should the nurse provide?
"One way to get the infection is by using the same toilet."
"You can contract the infection through contact with blood or
contaminated body fluids such as semen."
