NR 511 Exam questions
The most cost-effective screening test for determining HIV status is which of the following?
Western blot
Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
Venereal Disease Research Laboratory test Viral load ANS: Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
Which blood test is a nonspecific method and most helpful
for evaluating the severity and course of an inflammatory process?
Erythrocyte sedimentation rate
White blood cell count Polymorphonuclear cells
C-reactive protein (CRP) ANS: C-reactive protein (CRP)
Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of
which neurotransmitter?
GABA
Acetylcholine
Dopamine
Serotonin ANS: Dopamine
Mrs. Thomas was seen in the office complaining of pain and
,point tenderness in the area of her elbow. The pain has increased following a day of gardening one week
ago. A physical finding that differentiates the diagnosis and is most consistent with lateral epicondylitis
(tennis elbow) is:
Ecchymosis, edema, and erythema over the lateral epicondyle
Pain at the elbow with resisted movements at the wrist and forearm
Inability to supinate and pronate the arm
Inability to flex or extend the elbow against resistance ANS: Pain at the elbow with resisted movements
at the wrist and forearm
Which of the following statements concerning the
musculoskeletal examination is true?
The uninvolved side should be examined initially and then compared to the involved side.
The part of the body that is causing the patient pain should be examined first.
When possible, the patient should not be asked to perform active range-of-motion (ROM) exercises to
avoid causing pain.
Radiographs should always be obtained prior to examination so as not to cause further injury to the
patient. ANS: The uninvolved side should be examined initially and then compared to the involved side.
,Which of the following signs or symptoms indicate an
inflammatory etiology to musculoskeletal pain?
Decreased C-reactive protein
Hyperalbuminemia
Morning stiffness
Weight gain ANS: Morning stiffness
Which causes the greatest percentage of mammalian bites?
Dogs
Cats
Humans
Rodents ANS: Dogs
A 48-year-old woman is seen in the clinic with complaints of
prolonged heavy menstrual periods. She is pale and states she can no longer exercise. Pelvic exam
reveals a single, very large mass. Which of the following diagnostic tests should the clinician order first?
Transvaginal ultrasound
Endometrial biopsy MRI
Abdominal computed tomography scan ANS: Transvaginal ultrasound
A diabetic patient asks the clinician why he needs to check
, his blood sugar at home even when he feels good. Which of the following responses would be most
appropriate?
"Control of glucose will help postpone or delay
complications."
"Regularly checking blood sugar will help establish a routine."
"Monitoring glucose will promote a sense of control."
All of the above ANS: All of the above
"Control of glucose will help postpone or delay
complications."
"Regularly checking blood sugar will help establish a routine."
"Monitoring glucose will promote a sense of control."
A 25-year-old patient presents to the clinic with fatigue, cold
intolerance, weight gain, and constipation for the past 3 months. On physical examination, the clinician
notices a sinus bradycardia; muscular stiffness; coarse, dry hair; and a delay in relaxation in deep tendon
reflexes. Which of the following tests should be ordered next?
Serum calcium
TSH
The most cost-effective screening test for determining HIV status is which of the following?
Western blot
Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
Venereal Disease Research Laboratory test Viral load ANS: Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
Which blood test is a nonspecific method and most helpful
for evaluating the severity and course of an inflammatory process?
Erythrocyte sedimentation rate
White blood cell count Polymorphonuclear cells
C-reactive protein (CRP) ANS: C-reactive protein (CRP)
Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of
which neurotransmitter?
GABA
Acetylcholine
Dopamine
Serotonin ANS: Dopamine
Mrs. Thomas was seen in the office complaining of pain and
,point tenderness in the area of her elbow. The pain has increased following a day of gardening one week
ago. A physical finding that differentiates the diagnosis and is most consistent with lateral epicondylitis
(tennis elbow) is:
Ecchymosis, edema, and erythema over the lateral epicondyle
Pain at the elbow with resisted movements at the wrist and forearm
Inability to supinate and pronate the arm
Inability to flex or extend the elbow against resistance ANS: Pain at the elbow with resisted movements
at the wrist and forearm
Which of the following statements concerning the
musculoskeletal examination is true?
The uninvolved side should be examined initially and then compared to the involved side.
The part of the body that is causing the patient pain should be examined first.
When possible, the patient should not be asked to perform active range-of-motion (ROM) exercises to
avoid causing pain.
Radiographs should always be obtained prior to examination so as not to cause further injury to the
patient. ANS: The uninvolved side should be examined initially and then compared to the involved side.
,Which of the following signs or symptoms indicate an
inflammatory etiology to musculoskeletal pain?
Decreased C-reactive protein
Hyperalbuminemia
Morning stiffness
Weight gain ANS: Morning stiffness
Which causes the greatest percentage of mammalian bites?
Dogs
Cats
Humans
Rodents ANS: Dogs
A 48-year-old woman is seen in the clinic with complaints of
prolonged heavy menstrual periods. She is pale and states she can no longer exercise. Pelvic exam
reveals a single, very large mass. Which of the following diagnostic tests should the clinician order first?
Transvaginal ultrasound
Endometrial biopsy MRI
Abdominal computed tomography scan ANS: Transvaginal ultrasound
A diabetic patient asks the clinician why he needs to check
, his blood sugar at home even when he feels good. Which of the following responses would be most
appropriate?
"Control of glucose will help postpone or delay
complications."
"Regularly checking blood sugar will help establish a routine."
"Monitoring glucose will promote a sense of control."
All of the above ANS: All of the above
"Control of glucose will help postpone or delay
complications."
"Regularly checking blood sugar will help establish a routine."
"Monitoring glucose will promote a sense of control."
A 25-year-old patient presents to the clinic with fatigue, cold
intolerance, weight gain, and constipation for the past 3 months. On physical examination, the clinician
notices a sinus bradycardia; muscular stiffness; coarse, dry hair; and a delay in relaxation in deep tendon
reflexes. Which of the following tests should be ordered next?
Serum calcium
TSH
