FINAL NR 601 EXAM WITH 400+ QUESTIONS &
CORRECT ANSWERS LATEST 2024
When examining the spine of an older adult, you notice a curvature with a sharp
angle. This is referred to as a:
a. Pectus excavation
b. Scoliosis
c. Kyphosis
d. Lordosis - ANSWER-C
(more specifically, this is called a Gibbus, which is a specific condition in regards
to kyphosis, but Gibbus wasn't an option)
An effective exercise therapy for RA is:
a. Yoga and/or Pilates
b. Walking 20min daily
c. Bicycle riding
d. Water exercise programs - ANSWER-D
Pt education for COPD is essential. You know that COPD education includes all of
the following except:
a. Increased risk for DM
b. Daily exercise
c. Healthy diet
,d. Smoking cessation - ANSWER-A
The prevalence of depression in nursing home residents is __________ greater
than adults living in the community.
a. 5 times
b. 3-4 times
c. 2-3 times
d. 1-2 times - ANSWER-B
Which of the following statements about OA is true?
a. The metacarpal phalangeal joints are commonly involved.
b. Prolonged morning stiffness is common.
c. It is a systemic inflammatory illness
d. It affects primarily weight-bearing joints - ANSWER-D
55yo woman presents with somatic complaints. You suspect anxiety. You know
that somatic symptoms of anxiety include:
a. All answers are appropriate
b. Palpitations, CP, tachycardia
c. Fatigue, insomnia, diaphoresis
d. Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting - ANSWER-A
You know that the gold standard for COPD dx is:
,a. Spirometry
b. Dyspnea, chronic cough w/sputum production
c. Irreversible airflow limitation
d. Decreased breath sounds, wheezes at lung bases - ANSWER-A
The best evidence rating drugs to consider in a post MI pt include:
a. ASA, ACE/ARB, BB, aldosterone blockage
b. Long-acting nitrates, warfarin, ACE, ARB
c. ASA, plavix, nitrates
d. ACE, ARB, CCB, ASA - ANSWER-A
2017 HTN guidelines categorize a healthy 54yo African American woman with a
BMI of 23 and consistent BP readings of 120-128/76-78 as:
a. Normal BP
b. HTN stage 1
c. Elevated BP
d. HTN stage 2 - ANSWER-C
ACC 2017 guidelines for high BP in adults, adults w/stage 1 HTN and high
ASCVD risk should be managed w/both nonpharm and antihypertensive drug
therapy. You know the pt should return for a follow up appointment which
includes BP check in:
a. 3wks
, b. 1wk
c. 1mo
d. 2wks - ANSWER-C
Mrs. G, 65yo Caucasian, presents for her annual physical. Chart review reveals she
smokes 1PPD, drinks 2 beers every evening since she retired. She does not
exercise, likes to sit and knit. As part of health maintenance, DEXA was ordered.
You have received results, T-score of -2.0, which is consistent with:
a. Normal result
b. Osteopenia
c. At risk for fragility fracture
d. Osteoporosis - ANSWER-B
The purpose of Beers Criteria is to:
a. Define Type A reactions
b. All answers are appropriate
c. Define changes in drug metabolism in elderly
d. Improve quality and safety when prescribing meds - ANSWER-D
Which best describes pain associated w/OA?
a. Pain is persistent and motion can be limited in affected joint
b. Dull and primarily affected by exposure to cold/barometric pressure
c. Constant burning and throbbing w/acute onset
CORRECT ANSWERS LATEST 2024
When examining the spine of an older adult, you notice a curvature with a sharp
angle. This is referred to as a:
a. Pectus excavation
b. Scoliosis
c. Kyphosis
d. Lordosis - ANSWER-C
(more specifically, this is called a Gibbus, which is a specific condition in regards
to kyphosis, but Gibbus wasn't an option)
An effective exercise therapy for RA is:
a. Yoga and/or Pilates
b. Walking 20min daily
c. Bicycle riding
d. Water exercise programs - ANSWER-D
Pt education for COPD is essential. You know that COPD education includes all of
the following except:
a. Increased risk for DM
b. Daily exercise
c. Healthy diet
,d. Smoking cessation - ANSWER-A
The prevalence of depression in nursing home residents is __________ greater
than adults living in the community.
a. 5 times
b. 3-4 times
c. 2-3 times
d. 1-2 times - ANSWER-B
Which of the following statements about OA is true?
a. The metacarpal phalangeal joints are commonly involved.
b. Prolonged morning stiffness is common.
c. It is a systemic inflammatory illness
d. It affects primarily weight-bearing joints - ANSWER-D
55yo woman presents with somatic complaints. You suspect anxiety. You know
that somatic symptoms of anxiety include:
a. All answers are appropriate
b. Palpitations, CP, tachycardia
c. Fatigue, insomnia, diaphoresis
d. Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting - ANSWER-A
You know that the gold standard for COPD dx is:
,a. Spirometry
b. Dyspnea, chronic cough w/sputum production
c. Irreversible airflow limitation
d. Decreased breath sounds, wheezes at lung bases - ANSWER-A
The best evidence rating drugs to consider in a post MI pt include:
a. ASA, ACE/ARB, BB, aldosterone blockage
b. Long-acting nitrates, warfarin, ACE, ARB
c. ASA, plavix, nitrates
d. ACE, ARB, CCB, ASA - ANSWER-A
2017 HTN guidelines categorize a healthy 54yo African American woman with a
BMI of 23 and consistent BP readings of 120-128/76-78 as:
a. Normal BP
b. HTN stage 1
c. Elevated BP
d. HTN stage 2 - ANSWER-C
ACC 2017 guidelines for high BP in adults, adults w/stage 1 HTN and high
ASCVD risk should be managed w/both nonpharm and antihypertensive drug
therapy. You know the pt should return for a follow up appointment which
includes BP check in:
a. 3wks
, b. 1wk
c. 1mo
d. 2wks - ANSWER-C
Mrs. G, 65yo Caucasian, presents for her annual physical. Chart review reveals she
smokes 1PPD, drinks 2 beers every evening since she retired. She does not
exercise, likes to sit and knit. As part of health maintenance, DEXA was ordered.
You have received results, T-score of -2.0, which is consistent with:
a. Normal result
b. Osteopenia
c. At risk for fragility fracture
d. Osteoporosis - ANSWER-B
The purpose of Beers Criteria is to:
a. Define Type A reactions
b. All answers are appropriate
c. Define changes in drug metabolism in elderly
d. Improve quality and safety when prescribing meds - ANSWER-D
Which best describes pain associated w/OA?
a. Pain is persistent and motion can be limited in affected joint
b. Dull and primarily affected by exposure to cold/barometric pressure
c. Constant burning and throbbing w/acute onset
