Walden University NURS 6531 Final Exam
Canuella SERWAH Akrof
Course NURS-6531D-1/NURS-6531N-1-Adv. Practice Care of
Adults2018 Fall Quarter 08/27-11/18-PT27
Test Final Exam
Started 11/9/18 11:30 AM
Submitted 11/9/18 1:20 PM
Due Date 11/12/18 1:59 AM
Status Completed
Attempt Score 30 out of 100 points
Time Elapsed 1 hour, 50 minutes out of 1 hour and 50 minutes
Question 1
0 out of 0 points
When completing this quiz, did you comply with Walden University’s
Code of Conduct including the expectations for academic integrity?
Question 2
1 out of 1 points
A patient complains of generalized joint pain and stiffness associated with activity and
relieved with rest. This patient history is consistent with which of the following
disorders?
Osteoarthritis
Question 3
0 out of 1 points
What diabetic complications result from hyperglycemia?
1. Retinopathy
2. Hypertension resistant to treatment
3. Peripheral neuropathy
4. Accelerated atherogenesis
Question 4
0 out of 1 points
Which factors are associated with high risk for foot complications in a patient with
diabetes mellitus?
Obesity
Abnormal nails
Abnormal gait
Poorly controlled lipids
Question 5
, 1 out of 1 points
Which of the following is not a common early sign of benign prostatic hyperplasia
(BPH)? What are common early signs of BPH – frequency, urgency, nocturia TX with
alpha adrenergic Terazosin and doxazosin
Question 6
1 out of 1 points
A 63-year-old man presents to the office with hematuria, hesitancy, and dribbling.
Digital rectal exam (DRE) reveals a moderately enlarged prostate that is smooth. The
PSA is 1.2. What is the most appropriate management strategy for you to follow at
this time?
Prescribe an alpha adrenergic blocker
Question 7
0 out of 1 points
A 30 year old female patient presents to the clinic with heat intolerance, tremors,
nervousness, and weight loss inconsistent with increased appetite. Which test would
be most likely to confrm the suspected diagnosis? Graves hyperthyroid
Question 8
1 out of 1 points
Which history is commonly found in a patient with glomerulonephritis? Ask about recent
infections (skin or upper respiratory); recent travel (possible exposure to viruses, bacteria, fungi,
or parasites); recent illnesses, surgery, or invasive procedures (possible infection); any systemic
diseases (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus -SLE)
Question 9
1 out of 1 points
A 60 year old male patient with multiple health problems presents with a complaint
of erectile dysfunction (ED). Of the following, which medication is most likely to be
causing the problem? diabetes
Question 10
0 out of 1 points
Which of the following is not a characteristic of type 2 diabetes mellitus?
characterized by high blood sugar, insulin resistance, and relative lack of
insulin. Common symptoms include increased thirst, frequent urination, and
unexplained weight loss.
, Question 11
1 out of 1 points
A patient has been diagnosed with hypothyroidism and thyroid hormone replacement
therapy is prescribed. How long should the nurse practitioner wait before checking the
patient’s TSH? Six to 8 weeks
Question 12
0 out of 1 points
A patient has been diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). Which of the
following medications may be used to treat generalized anxiety disorder? Treatment
may include counseling and medications, such as antidepressants. Selective
Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI), Anxiolytic, and Antidepressant
Paxil Effexor Lexapro and cymbalta
Question 13
0 out of 1 points
What is the most common cause of Cushing’s syndrome? Pituitary-dependent/ACTH-
dependent (Cushing's disease), one is a pituitary form, which results from excessive
production of ACTH by a tumor of the pituitary gland,
Question 14
1 out of 1 points
Which of the following is the most cause of low back pain?
Lumbar disc disease
Question 15
1 out of 1 points
Warfarin (Coumadin) is prescribed for a frail, elderly male with new onset atrial
fbrillation. The goal INR for this patient should be: 2.0 to 3.0
Question 16
1 out of 1 points
A 72 year old patient exhibits sudden onset of fluctuating restlessness, agitation,
confusion, and impaired attention. This is accompanied by visual hallucinations and
sleep disturbance. What is the most likely cause of this behavior? delirium
Question 17
1 out of 1 points
Which of the following is the most common causative organism of nongonococcal
Canuella SERWAH Akrof
Course NURS-6531D-1/NURS-6531N-1-Adv. Practice Care of
Adults2018 Fall Quarter 08/27-11/18-PT27
Test Final Exam
Started 11/9/18 11:30 AM
Submitted 11/9/18 1:20 PM
Due Date 11/12/18 1:59 AM
Status Completed
Attempt Score 30 out of 100 points
Time Elapsed 1 hour, 50 minutes out of 1 hour and 50 minutes
Question 1
0 out of 0 points
When completing this quiz, did you comply with Walden University’s
Code of Conduct including the expectations for academic integrity?
Question 2
1 out of 1 points
A patient complains of generalized joint pain and stiffness associated with activity and
relieved with rest. This patient history is consistent with which of the following
disorders?
Osteoarthritis
Question 3
0 out of 1 points
What diabetic complications result from hyperglycemia?
1. Retinopathy
2. Hypertension resistant to treatment
3. Peripheral neuropathy
4. Accelerated atherogenesis
Question 4
0 out of 1 points
Which factors are associated with high risk for foot complications in a patient with
diabetes mellitus?
Obesity
Abnormal nails
Abnormal gait
Poorly controlled lipids
Question 5
, 1 out of 1 points
Which of the following is not a common early sign of benign prostatic hyperplasia
(BPH)? What are common early signs of BPH – frequency, urgency, nocturia TX with
alpha adrenergic Terazosin and doxazosin
Question 6
1 out of 1 points
A 63-year-old man presents to the office with hematuria, hesitancy, and dribbling.
Digital rectal exam (DRE) reveals a moderately enlarged prostate that is smooth. The
PSA is 1.2. What is the most appropriate management strategy for you to follow at
this time?
Prescribe an alpha adrenergic blocker
Question 7
0 out of 1 points
A 30 year old female patient presents to the clinic with heat intolerance, tremors,
nervousness, and weight loss inconsistent with increased appetite. Which test would
be most likely to confrm the suspected diagnosis? Graves hyperthyroid
Question 8
1 out of 1 points
Which history is commonly found in a patient with glomerulonephritis? Ask about recent
infections (skin or upper respiratory); recent travel (possible exposure to viruses, bacteria, fungi,
or parasites); recent illnesses, surgery, or invasive procedures (possible infection); any systemic
diseases (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus -SLE)
Question 9
1 out of 1 points
A 60 year old male patient with multiple health problems presents with a complaint
of erectile dysfunction (ED). Of the following, which medication is most likely to be
causing the problem? diabetes
Question 10
0 out of 1 points
Which of the following is not a characteristic of type 2 diabetes mellitus?
characterized by high blood sugar, insulin resistance, and relative lack of
insulin. Common symptoms include increased thirst, frequent urination, and
unexplained weight loss.
, Question 11
1 out of 1 points
A patient has been diagnosed with hypothyroidism and thyroid hormone replacement
therapy is prescribed. How long should the nurse practitioner wait before checking the
patient’s TSH? Six to 8 weeks
Question 12
0 out of 1 points
A patient has been diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). Which of the
following medications may be used to treat generalized anxiety disorder? Treatment
may include counseling and medications, such as antidepressants. Selective
Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI), Anxiolytic, and Antidepressant
Paxil Effexor Lexapro and cymbalta
Question 13
0 out of 1 points
What is the most common cause of Cushing’s syndrome? Pituitary-dependent/ACTH-
dependent (Cushing's disease), one is a pituitary form, which results from excessive
production of ACTH by a tumor of the pituitary gland,
Question 14
1 out of 1 points
Which of the following is the most cause of low back pain?
Lumbar disc disease
Question 15
1 out of 1 points
Warfarin (Coumadin) is prescribed for a frail, elderly male with new onset atrial
fbrillation. The goal INR for this patient should be: 2.0 to 3.0
Question 16
1 out of 1 points
A 72 year old patient exhibits sudden onset of fluctuating restlessness, agitation,
confusion, and impaired attention. This is accompanied by visual hallucinations and
sleep disturbance. What is the most likely cause of this behavior? delirium
Question 17
1 out of 1 points
Which of the following is the most common causative organism of nongonococcal
