NURS 580 Exam UPDATED QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT ANSWERS
Which of the following is a primary prevention measure for a 76-year-old man newly diagnosed with
testosterone deficiency?
A. calcium supplementation
B. Testicular self-examination
C. Bone density test
D. Digital rectal examination - CORRECT ANSWER A. Calcium supplementation
The nurse is working with a 65-year-old patient who was recently diagnosed with HTN. The pt is
concerned about their optimal health with their new diagnosis. Which nursing action is necessary for
health promotion with the pt?
A. Discussing appropriate stress management techniques
B. Sharing with the pt how to increase sodium consumption
C. Discussing with the pt exercises that increase heart rate
D. Emphasizing the importance of avoiding flu vaccinations - CORRECT ANSWER A.
Discussing appropriate stress management techniques
Which of the following is an example of teritary prevention in a pt with chronic renal failure?
A. Fluid restriction
B. Hemodialysis 4 days a week
C. High-protein diet
D. Maintenance of BP 120/80 - CORRECT ANSWER B. HD 4 days a week
Which of the following is an example of secondary prevention in a 50-year-old woman?
A. Yearly mammogram
B. Low animal fat diet
C. Use of seat belt
D. Daily application of sunscreen - CORRECT ANSWER A. Yearly mammogram
Which of the following is a cardiovascular age related change?
AND CORRECT ANSWERS
Which of the following is a primary prevention measure for a 76-year-old man newly diagnosed with
testosterone deficiency?
A. calcium supplementation
B. Testicular self-examination
C. Bone density test
D. Digital rectal examination - CORRECT ANSWER A. Calcium supplementation
The nurse is working with a 65-year-old patient who was recently diagnosed with HTN. The pt is
concerned about their optimal health with their new diagnosis. Which nursing action is necessary for
health promotion with the pt?
A. Discussing appropriate stress management techniques
B. Sharing with the pt how to increase sodium consumption
C. Discussing with the pt exercises that increase heart rate
D. Emphasizing the importance of avoiding flu vaccinations - CORRECT ANSWER A.
Discussing appropriate stress management techniques
Which of the following is an example of teritary prevention in a pt with chronic renal failure?
A. Fluid restriction
B. Hemodialysis 4 days a week
C. High-protein diet
D. Maintenance of BP 120/80 - CORRECT ANSWER B. HD 4 days a week
Which of the following is an example of secondary prevention in a 50-year-old woman?
A. Yearly mammogram
B. Low animal fat diet
C. Use of seat belt
D. Daily application of sunscreen - CORRECT ANSWER A. Yearly mammogram
Which of the following is a cardiovascular age related change?
