NURS 6531 Final Exam
• 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
What diabetic complications result from hyperglycemia? 0 out of 1 points
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
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,NURS 6531 Final Exam
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
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, NURS 6531 Final Exam
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
3
, NURS 6531 Final Exam
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 confirm 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
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• 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
What diabetic complications result from hyperglycemia? 0 out of 1 points
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
1
,NURS 6531 Final Exam
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
2
, NURS 6531 Final Exam
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
3
, NURS 6531 Final Exam
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 confirm 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
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