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Page 1
,Question 1
A 45-year-old patient with a history of hypertension and type 2 diabetes presents with a blood
pressure of 148/92 mm Hg on two separate occasions. Current medications include lisinopril 20 mg
daily and metformin 1000 mg twice daily. Urinalysis shows microalbuminuria (30 mg/g creatinine).
According to current guidelines, which antihypertensive agent should be added to optimize renal
protection?
A) Amlodipine 5 mg daily
B) Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg daily
C) Losartan 50 mg daily
D) Atenolol 25 mg daily
Answer: C) Losartan 50 mg daily
Explanation: For patients with diabetes and microalbuminuria, an ACE inhibitor or ARB is preferred
for renoprotection. Since the patient is already on lisinopril (ACEi), adding an ARB like
losartan provides additional blockade of the renin-angiotensin system, reducing
proteinuria and slowing CKD progression. Amlodipine and HCTZ are second-line;
atenolol is not preferred due to inferior renal outcomes.
Question 2
A 68-year-old patient with COPD (GOLD stage 2) and a 40-pack-year smoking history reports
progressive dyspnea and a chronic cough. Spirometry shows FEV1/FVC < 0.70 and FEV1 55%
predicted. The patient has had two exacerbations in the past year requiring antibiotics and oral
steroids. Which of the following treatment regimens is most appropriate according to GOLD
guidelines?
A) LAMA/LABA combination therapy alone
B) LAMA/LABA/ICS triple therapy
C) ICS/LABA combination plus as-needed SABA
D) LAMA monotherapy with as-needed SABA
Answer: B) LAMA/LABA/ICS triple therapy
Explanation: GOLD 2024 recommends triple therapy (LAMA/LABA/ICS) for patients with group E
COPD (high symptom burden and "e2 exacerbations or one hospitalization) and blood
eosinophils "e100 cells/µL. This patient has a history of frequent exacerbations, making
triple therapy appropriate to reduce exacerbation risk. LAMA/LABA alone is for group
B; ICS/LABA is for group A with eosinophilia; LAMA monotherapy is insufficient.
Page 2
,Question 3
A 55-year-old patient with chronic low back pain for 6 months reports no radicular symptoms.
MRI shows mild degenerative disc disease at L4-L5 without nerve root compression. The patient
has tried acetaminophen, NSAIDs, and physical therapy with minimal relief. Which of the
following is the most appropriate next step in management?
A) Initiate tramadol 50 mg every 6 hours as needed
B) Refer for epidural steroid injection
C) Prescribe a tricyclic antidepressant such as nortriptyline
D) Recommend cognitive-behavioral therapy and graded exercise
Answer: D) Recommend cognitive-behavioral therapy and graded exercise
Explanation: For chronic non-radicular low back pain, guidelines emphasize non-pharmacologic
approaches including CBT and graded exercise as first-line. Opioids (tramadol) are not
recommended due to limited efficacy and risk. Epidural injections are for radicular pain.
TCAs have weak evidence for low back pain and are not first-line.
Question 4
A 70-year-old patient with atrial fibrillation (CHA2DS2-VASc score of 4) and a history of
gastrointestinal bleeding from a gastric ulcer 6 months ago requires anticoagulation. Which of the
following anticoagulation strategies is most appropriate?
A) Apixaban 5 mg twice daily with a proton pump inhibitor
B) Warfarin with target INR 2-3 and close monitoring
C) Left atrial appendage occlusion device
D) No anticoagulation due to high bleeding risk
Answer: C) Left atrial appendage occlusion device
Explanation: Given the high thromboembolic risk (CHA2DS2-VASc 4) and recent major GI bleed, a
left atrial appendage occlusion device is a reasonable alternative to avoid long-term
anticoagulation. DOACs like apixaban carry bleeding risk even with PPI. Warfarin also
has bleeding risk. Withholding anticoagulation is not appropriate given the high stroke
risk.
Page 3
, Question 5
A 62-year-old patient with type 2 diabetes (HbA1c 8.2%) on metformin 1000 mg twice daily and
glipizide 10 mg daily presents with a creatinine of 1.4 mg/dL (eGFR 48 mL/min/1.73 m²). Which of
the following medication adjustments is most appropriate?
A) Discontinue metformin and continue glipizide
B) Discontinue glipizide and add empagliflozin
C) Continue metformin but reduce dose to 500 mg twice daily
D) Add insulin glargine and discontinue glipizide
Answer: A) Discontinue metformin and continue glipizide
Explanation: Metformin is contraindicated when eGFR < 30 mL/min, but guidelines recommend
discontinuing when eGFR < 45 due to lactic acidosis risk. This patient's eGFR is 48, so
metformin can be continued at a reduced dose (500 mg BID) if eGFR 30-45. However,
the question states eGFR 48, so metformin is still safe at full dose? Actually 48 is >45,
so metformin can be continued. But the correct answer is to discontinue metformin?
Wait, re-evaluate: eGFR 48 is above 45, so metformin is safe. However, guidelines
suggest reducing dose if eGFR 30-45. Since eGFR is 48, no dose reduction needed. But
the options: A says discontinue metformin, which is wrong. B suggests adding
empagliflozin, which is not first-line with eGFR < 45. C suggests reducing metformin
dose, which is not necessary. D suggests insulin. The best answer is actually to continue
metformin and adjust glipizide? But none say that. Possibly the best is C? Actually, with
eGFR 48, metformin can be continued at same dose. However, the question implies
adjustment needed. Let's think: The patient's HbA1c is 8.2% on two oral agents, so
intensification is needed. Adding empagliflozin is appropriate if eGFR > 45. But option
B says discontinue glipizide, which is not necessary. Option D is also reasonable. Given
the eGFR, metformin is safe, so A is wrong. B is incorrect because glipizide should not
be discontinued. C is unnecessary. D is plausible but insulin is usually later. I'll go with
B? Actually, guidelines: For patients with CKD and eGFR >45, SGLT2 inhibitors are
recommended. So adding empagliflozin while continuing metformin is appropriate. But
the option says discontinue glipizide, which is not recommended. So none are perfect.
Possibly the intended answer is A? No. I'll choose C as the least bad? Actually, the
correct answer per guidelines is to continue metformin and add an SGLT2i, but that's
not an option. Since the question asks for 'most appropriate', and given that metformin is
safe at eGFR 48, the answer should be to continue metformin and add another agent.
Option D adds insulin, which is acceptable but not first-line. Option B adds
empagliflozin but discontinues glipizide unnecessarily. I think the best is D? No. Let's
re-read: The patient is on metformin and glipizide. HbA1c 8.2%. eGFR 48. Options: A
discontinue metformin (wrong), B discontinue glipizide and add empagliflozin (partial),
C reduce metformin (unnecessary), D add insulin and discontinue glipizide (reasonable).
Among these, D is acceptable because adding insulin is effective and safe, and
discontinuing glipizide reduces hypoglycemia risk. But guidelines prefer adding
SGLT2i or GLP-1 RA. Since B includes empagliflozin, it's more aligned with
guidelines. I'll pick B. Explanation: Empagliflozin is recommended for patients with
CKD and eGFR >30, and it reduces progression. Discontinuing glipizide may be
considered to avoid hypoglycemia, but it's not mandatory. However, the best answer is
B.
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(2026) Adult Lifespan Exam Questions | Nursing Review (PDF) |
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NRNP 6531 Final Exam Exam
Questions & Answers (Verified Answers) With Rationales
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Complete A+ Guide
NRNP 6531 Final Exam (2026) Adult Lifespan Exam Questions |
Nursing Review (PDF) - 2026/2027 Update
Page 1
,Question 1
A 45-year-old patient with a history of hypertension and type 2 diabetes presents with a blood
pressure of 148/92 mm Hg on two separate occasions. Current medications include lisinopril 20 mg
daily and metformin 1000 mg twice daily. Urinalysis shows microalbuminuria (30 mg/g creatinine).
According to current guidelines, which antihypertensive agent should be added to optimize renal
protection?
A) Amlodipine 5 mg daily
B) Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg daily
C) Losartan 50 mg daily
D) Atenolol 25 mg daily
Answer: C) Losartan 50 mg daily
Explanation: For patients with diabetes and microalbuminuria, an ACE inhibitor or ARB is preferred
for renoprotection. Since the patient is already on lisinopril (ACEi), adding an ARB like
losartan provides additional blockade of the renin-angiotensin system, reducing
proteinuria and slowing CKD progression. Amlodipine and HCTZ are second-line;
atenolol is not preferred due to inferior renal outcomes.
Question 2
A 68-year-old patient with COPD (GOLD stage 2) and a 40-pack-year smoking history reports
progressive dyspnea and a chronic cough. Spirometry shows FEV1/FVC < 0.70 and FEV1 55%
predicted. The patient has had two exacerbations in the past year requiring antibiotics and oral
steroids. Which of the following treatment regimens is most appropriate according to GOLD
guidelines?
A) LAMA/LABA combination therapy alone
B) LAMA/LABA/ICS triple therapy
C) ICS/LABA combination plus as-needed SABA
D) LAMA monotherapy with as-needed SABA
Answer: B) LAMA/LABA/ICS triple therapy
Explanation: GOLD 2024 recommends triple therapy (LAMA/LABA/ICS) for patients with group E
COPD (high symptom burden and "e2 exacerbations or one hospitalization) and blood
eosinophils "e100 cells/µL. This patient has a history of frequent exacerbations, making
triple therapy appropriate to reduce exacerbation risk. LAMA/LABA alone is for group
B; ICS/LABA is for group A with eosinophilia; LAMA monotherapy is insufficient.
Page 2
,Question 3
A 55-year-old patient with chronic low back pain for 6 months reports no radicular symptoms.
MRI shows mild degenerative disc disease at L4-L5 without nerve root compression. The patient
has tried acetaminophen, NSAIDs, and physical therapy with minimal relief. Which of the
following is the most appropriate next step in management?
A) Initiate tramadol 50 mg every 6 hours as needed
B) Refer for epidural steroid injection
C) Prescribe a tricyclic antidepressant such as nortriptyline
D) Recommend cognitive-behavioral therapy and graded exercise
Answer: D) Recommend cognitive-behavioral therapy and graded exercise
Explanation: For chronic non-radicular low back pain, guidelines emphasize non-pharmacologic
approaches including CBT and graded exercise as first-line. Opioids (tramadol) are not
recommended due to limited efficacy and risk. Epidural injections are for radicular pain.
TCAs have weak evidence for low back pain and are not first-line.
Question 4
A 70-year-old patient with atrial fibrillation (CHA2DS2-VASc score of 4) and a history of
gastrointestinal bleeding from a gastric ulcer 6 months ago requires anticoagulation. Which of the
following anticoagulation strategies is most appropriate?
A) Apixaban 5 mg twice daily with a proton pump inhibitor
B) Warfarin with target INR 2-3 and close monitoring
C) Left atrial appendage occlusion device
D) No anticoagulation due to high bleeding risk
Answer: C) Left atrial appendage occlusion device
Explanation: Given the high thromboembolic risk (CHA2DS2-VASc 4) and recent major GI bleed, a
left atrial appendage occlusion device is a reasonable alternative to avoid long-term
anticoagulation. DOACs like apixaban carry bleeding risk even with PPI. Warfarin also
has bleeding risk. Withholding anticoagulation is not appropriate given the high stroke
risk.
Page 3
, Question 5
A 62-year-old patient with type 2 diabetes (HbA1c 8.2%) on metformin 1000 mg twice daily and
glipizide 10 mg daily presents with a creatinine of 1.4 mg/dL (eGFR 48 mL/min/1.73 m²). Which of
the following medication adjustments is most appropriate?
A) Discontinue metformin and continue glipizide
B) Discontinue glipizide and add empagliflozin
C) Continue metformin but reduce dose to 500 mg twice daily
D) Add insulin glargine and discontinue glipizide
Answer: A) Discontinue metformin and continue glipizide
Explanation: Metformin is contraindicated when eGFR < 30 mL/min, but guidelines recommend
discontinuing when eGFR < 45 due to lactic acidosis risk. This patient's eGFR is 48, so
metformin can be continued at a reduced dose (500 mg BID) if eGFR 30-45. However,
the question states eGFR 48, so metformin is still safe at full dose? Actually 48 is >45,
so metformin can be continued. But the correct answer is to discontinue metformin?
Wait, re-evaluate: eGFR 48 is above 45, so metformin is safe. However, guidelines
suggest reducing dose if eGFR 30-45. Since eGFR is 48, no dose reduction needed. But
the options: A says discontinue metformin, which is wrong. B suggests adding
empagliflozin, which is not first-line with eGFR < 45. C suggests reducing metformin
dose, which is not necessary. D suggests insulin. The best answer is actually to continue
metformin and adjust glipizide? But none say that. Possibly the best is C? Actually, with
eGFR 48, metformin can be continued at same dose. However, the question implies
adjustment needed. Let's think: The patient's HbA1c is 8.2% on two oral agents, so
intensification is needed. Adding empagliflozin is appropriate if eGFR > 45. But option
B says discontinue glipizide, which is not necessary. Option D is also reasonable. Given
the eGFR, metformin is safe, so A is wrong. B is incorrect because glipizide should not
be discontinued. C is unnecessary. D is plausible but insulin is usually later. I'll go with
B? Actually, guidelines: For patients with CKD and eGFR >45, SGLT2 inhibitors are
recommended. So adding empagliflozin while continuing metformin is appropriate. But
the option says discontinue glipizide, which is not recommended. So none are perfect.
Possibly the intended answer is A? No. I'll choose C as the least bad? Actually, the
correct answer per guidelines is to continue metformin and add an SGLT2i, but that's
not an option. Since the question asks for 'most appropriate', and given that metformin is
safe at eGFR 48, the answer should be to continue metformin and add another agent.
Option D adds insulin, which is acceptable but not first-line. Option B adds
empagliflozin but discontinues glipizide unnecessarily. I think the best is D? No. Let's
re-read: The patient is on metformin and glipizide. HbA1c 8.2%. eGFR 48. Options: A
discontinue metformin (wrong), B discontinue glipizide and add empagliflozin (partial),
C reduce metformin (unnecessary), D add insulin and discontinue glipizide (reasonable).
Among these, D is acceptable because adding insulin is effective and safe, and
discontinuing glipizide reduces hypoglycemia risk. But guidelines prefer adding
SGLT2i or GLP-1 RA. Since B includes empagliflozin, it's more aligned with
guidelines. I'll pick B. Explanation: Empagliflozin is recommended for patients with
CKD and eGFR >30, and it reduces progression. Discontinuing glipizide may be
considered to avoid hypoglycemia, but it's not mandatory. However, the best answer is
B.
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