NUR 6531: FINAL EXAM REVIEW Q & A
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Exam Review
1) When completing this quiz, did you comply with Walden University’s Code of
Conduct including the expectations for academic integrity? Yes
2) Central obesity, “moon” face, and dorsocervical fat pad are associated with: Cushing’s
syndrome
3) An elderly man is started on lisinopril and hydrochlorhiazide for hypertension. Three
days later, he returns to the office complaining of left great toe pain. On exam, the nurse
practitioner notes an edematous, erythematous tender left great toe. The likely
precipitant of this patient’s pain is: Hydrochlorothiazide
4) The most effective treatment of non-infectious bursitis includes:
5) What conditions must be met for you to bill “incident to” the physician, receiving 100%
reimbursement from Medicare? You must initiate the plan of care for the patient. the
physician must be on-site and engaged in patient care You must be employed as an
independent contractor You must be the main health care provider who sees the patient
6) Which of the following is not a risk factor associated with the development of syndrome
X and type 2 diabetes mellitus?
7) Which of the following is not a common early sign of benign prostatic hyperplasia
(BPH)?
A. Nocturia
B. Urgency incontinence
C. Strong urinary stream flow
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D. Straining to void
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8) Steve, age 69, has gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). When teaching him how to
reduce his lower esophageal sphincter pressure, which substances do you recommend that he
avoid? Food that is very hot or very cold Fatty or fried foods Peppermint or spearmint,
including flavoring Coffee, tea, and soft drinks that contain caffeine Spicy, highly seasoned
foods Fried food DT caffeine, chocolate and anticholinergics
9) Which drug category contains the drugs that are the first line Gold standard therapy for
COPD?
10) The most commonly recommended pharmacological treatment regimen for low back pain
(LBP) is: acetaminophen, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), topical analgesics,
muscle relaxants, opioids, corticosteroids, antidepressants, and anticonvulsants.
Acetaminophen remains one of the best first-line treatments of acute LBP. It is generally well
tolerated, has few adverse effects or drug reactions with other medications, and is inexpensive
11) Which of the following is not appropriate suppression therapy for chronic bacterial
prostatitis?
12) A patient presents with dehydration, hypotension, and fever. Laboratory testing reveals
hyponatremia, hyperkalemia, and hypoglycemia. These imbalances are corrected, but the
patient returns 6 weeks later with the same symptoms of hyperpigmentation, weakness,
anorexia, fatigue, and weight loss. What action(s) should the nurse practitioner take?
.A Obtain a thorough history and physical, and check serum cortisol and ACTH levels.
B. Perform a diet history and check CBC and FBS.
C. Provide nutritional guidance and have the patient return in one month.
D. Consult home health for intravenous administration 1.
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Exam Review
1) When completing this quiz, did you comply with Walden University’s Code of
Conduct including the expectations for academic integrity? Yes
2) Central obesity, “moon” face, and dorsocervical fat pad are associated with: Cushing’s
syndrome
3) An elderly man is started on lisinopril and hydrochlorhiazide for hypertension. Three
days later, he returns to the office complaining of left great toe pain. On exam, the nurse
practitioner notes an edematous, erythematous tender left great toe. The likely
precipitant of this patient’s pain is: Hydrochlorothiazide
4) The most effective treatment of non-infectious bursitis includes:
5) What conditions must be met for you to bill “incident to” the physician, receiving 100%
reimbursement from Medicare? You must initiate the plan of care for the patient. the
physician must be on-site and engaged in patient care You must be employed as an
independent contractor You must be the main health care provider who sees the patient
6) Which of the following is not a risk factor associated with the development of syndrome
X and type 2 diabetes mellitus?
7) Which of the following is not a common early sign of benign prostatic hyperplasia
(BPH)?
A. Nocturia
B. Urgency incontinence
C. Strong urinary stream flow
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D. Straining to void
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8) Steve, age 69, has gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). When teaching him how to
reduce his lower esophageal sphincter pressure, which substances do you recommend that he
avoid? Food that is very hot or very cold Fatty or fried foods Peppermint or spearmint,
including flavoring Coffee, tea, and soft drinks that contain caffeine Spicy, highly seasoned
foods Fried food DT caffeine, chocolate and anticholinergics
9) Which drug category contains the drugs that are the first line Gold standard therapy for
COPD?
10) The most commonly recommended pharmacological treatment regimen for low back pain
(LBP) is: acetaminophen, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), topical analgesics,
muscle relaxants, opioids, corticosteroids, antidepressants, and anticonvulsants.
Acetaminophen remains one of the best first-line treatments of acute LBP. It is generally well
tolerated, has few adverse effects or drug reactions with other medications, and is inexpensive
11) Which of the following is not appropriate suppression therapy for chronic bacterial
prostatitis?
12) A patient presents with dehydration, hypotension, and fever. Laboratory testing reveals
hyponatremia, hyperkalemia, and hypoglycemia. These imbalances are corrected, but the
patient returns 6 weeks later with the same symptoms of hyperpigmentation, weakness,
anorexia, fatigue, and weight loss. What action(s) should the nurse practitioner take?
.A Obtain a thorough history and physical, and check serum cortisol and ACTH levels.
B. Perform a diet history and check CBC and FBS.
C. Provide nutritional guidance and have the patient return in one month.
D. Consult home health for intravenous administration 1.
