FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER
EXAM ANCC EXAM WITH CORRECT
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2025
A. Karposi Sarcoma - CORRECT-ANSWERSCharacteristic purple areas on the nose in an
HIV-positive female. A type of cancer that can form in the skin, lymph nodes, or other
organs. The skin lesions are usually purple in color.
B. Malodorous single nare - CORRECT-ANSWERSForeign body
C. Retinal Detachment - CORRECT-ANSWERSthe retina separates from the layer
underneath. Symptoms include an increase in the number of floaters, flashes of light, and
worsening of the outer part of the visual field.
D. Adolescent with friable nasal turbinates - CORRECT-ANSWERSCocaine use
E. Aphthous ulcer - CORRECT-ANSWERSa recurrent round or oval sore or ulcer inside the
mouth on an area where the skin is not tightly bound to the underlying bone, such as on
the inside of the lips and cheeks or underneath the tongue. Aphthous ulcers can also
affect the genitalia in males and females.
F. GERD first line tx - CORRECT-ANSWERSh2 then ppi if doesnt work
G. Maxillary Sinusitis - CORRECT-ANSWERSDental pain
H. Kasmaul Triangle - CORRECT-ANSWERSAnterior epitaxis
I. Roseola infantum - CORRECT-ANSWERSH. fever => small pink dots pink or raised
body rash => arms
J. Acne Roscaca - CORRECT-ANSWERS"adult acne." most often in adults (30-50 years of
age). Unlike acne vulgaris, rosacea is devoid of blackheads and characteristically does
, not resolve after puberty. Rosacea strikes both sexes and potentially all ages. It tends to
be more frequent in women but more severe in men. It is very uncommon in children, and
it is less frequent in people with dark skin. Tx with Flagyl
K. AV Nicking - CORRECT-ANSWERSHTN, arteries crossing veins
L. Blepharitis - CORRECT-ANSWERScommonly occurs when the tiny oil glands of the
inner eyelid become inflamed. It often occurs along with other skin conditions or
allergies.
M. Symptoms include red, itchy eyelids that may look greasy and crusted. Dry eyes also are
a symptom.
N. Treatments include cleaning the eyelids, antibiotic or steroid eye drops and treating
underlying conditions. However, blepharitis tends to come back.
O. Hordelum - CORRECT-ANSWERSPainful stye it hurts
P. chalazion - CORRECT-ANSWERSNon painful lesion to eyelid
Q. Cotton Wool - CORRECT-ANSWERSCotton wool spots are an abnormal finding on
funduscopic exam of the retina of the eye. They appear as fluffy white patches on the
retina. They are caused by damage to nerve fibers and are a result of accumulations of
axoplasmic material within the nerve fiber layer. Systemic HTN, DM
R. Herpes Zoster - CORRECT-ANSWERSEarly signs of shingles include a burning
sensation or stabbing pain and tingling or itching on the skin. After a few days, a rash or
blisters appear usually on one side of the body or face. When the rash is at its peak,
symptoms can range from mild itching to extreme and debilitating pain. Tx within 72
hours Aclovir
,S. Retinoblastoma (Rb) - CORRECT-ANSWERSAbsence of light reflex, it is a rare form of
cancer that rapidly develops from the immature cells of a retina, the light-detecting tissue
of the eye. It is the most common primary malignant intraocular cancer in children, and it
is almost exclusively found in young children.
T. Seborrheic dermatitis (Dandruff) - CORRECT-ANSWERScommonly involves portions
of the scalp, brows, mid-face, ears, mid-chest, and mid-back. It is not unusual for it to
affect the skin of infants and young children where it often involves the scalp (cradle cap)
and the diaper area. Seborrheic dermatitis is also known as seborrhea.
U. Seborrheic Keratosis - CORRECT-ANSWERSA seborrhoeic keratosis is a harmless
warty spot that appears during adult life as a common sign of skin aging. ... Seborrhoeic
keratosis (or seborrheic keratosis, using American spelling) is also called SK, basal cell
papilloma, senile wart, brown wart or barnacle.
V. Cupping of disc - CORRECT-ANSWERSIntracranial pressure
W. subconjunctival haemorrhage - CORRECT-ANSWERSis bleeding underneath the
conjunctiva. It can occur after a sudden or severe sneeze or cough, heavy lifting,
straining, vomiting or even rubbing one's eyes too roughly. It can also occur as a side
effect of eye surgery or blood thinners.
X. The main symptom is a bright red patch in the eye that may spread and then become
green or yellow, much like a bruise. Usually it disappears within two weeks.
Y. In most cases, no treatment is required for this condition.
Z. Sialolithiasis (also termed salivary calculi, or salivary stones) - CORRECT-ANSWERSA
condition where a calcified mass or sialolith forms within a salivary gland, usually in the
duct of the submandibular gland (also termed "Wharton's duct").
, AA. Honey Crusted lesions - CORRECT-ANSWERSImpetigo is a bacterial infection
that involves the superficial skin.The most common presentation is yellowish crusts on
the face, arms, or legs.Less commonly there may be large blisters which affect the groin
or armpits. The lesions may be painful or itchy. Fever is uncommon.
BB. It is typically due to either Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes.
Risk factors include attending day care, crowding, poor nutrition, diabetes mellitus,
contact sports, and breaks in the skin such as from mosquito bites, eczema, scabies, or
herpes. With contact it can spread around or between people.Diagnosis is typically based
on the symptoms.
CC. Prevention is by hand washing, avoiding people who are infected, and cleaning
injuries. Treatment is typically with antibiotic creams such as mupirocin or fusidic acid.
Antibiotics by mouth, such as cephalexin, may be used if large areas are affected.
Antibiotic-resistant forms have been found.
DD. Mild acne - CORRECT-ANSWERSSkin wash retinol benzol
EE.moderate acne - CORRECT-ANSWERSretinol plus tetracylines oral abx
FF. Retinol reaction - CORRECT-ANSWERSdecrease to 3 times a day
GG. Well demarcated cellulitis - CORRECT-ANSWERSerysipelas affects the dermis,
most commonly on the legs, and tends to be sharply demarcated. Cellulitis, which
typically affects the lower legs, involves the subcutaneous fat and is often less well
demarcated. ... The diagnosis of cellulitis or erysipelas is usually clinical.
EXAM ANCC EXAM WITH CORRECT
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2025
A. Karposi Sarcoma - CORRECT-ANSWERSCharacteristic purple areas on the nose in an
HIV-positive female. A type of cancer that can form in the skin, lymph nodes, or other
organs. The skin lesions are usually purple in color.
B. Malodorous single nare - CORRECT-ANSWERSForeign body
C. Retinal Detachment - CORRECT-ANSWERSthe retina separates from the layer
underneath. Symptoms include an increase in the number of floaters, flashes of light, and
worsening of the outer part of the visual field.
D. Adolescent with friable nasal turbinates - CORRECT-ANSWERSCocaine use
E. Aphthous ulcer - CORRECT-ANSWERSa recurrent round or oval sore or ulcer inside the
mouth on an area where the skin is not tightly bound to the underlying bone, such as on
the inside of the lips and cheeks or underneath the tongue. Aphthous ulcers can also
affect the genitalia in males and females.
F. GERD first line tx - CORRECT-ANSWERSh2 then ppi if doesnt work
G. Maxillary Sinusitis - CORRECT-ANSWERSDental pain
H. Kasmaul Triangle - CORRECT-ANSWERSAnterior epitaxis
I. Roseola infantum - CORRECT-ANSWERSH. fever => small pink dots pink or raised
body rash => arms
J. Acne Roscaca - CORRECT-ANSWERS"adult acne." most often in adults (30-50 years of
age). Unlike acne vulgaris, rosacea is devoid of blackheads and characteristically does
, not resolve after puberty. Rosacea strikes both sexes and potentially all ages. It tends to
be more frequent in women but more severe in men. It is very uncommon in children, and
it is less frequent in people with dark skin. Tx with Flagyl
K. AV Nicking - CORRECT-ANSWERSHTN, arteries crossing veins
L. Blepharitis - CORRECT-ANSWERScommonly occurs when the tiny oil glands of the
inner eyelid become inflamed. It often occurs along with other skin conditions or
allergies.
M. Symptoms include red, itchy eyelids that may look greasy and crusted. Dry eyes also are
a symptom.
N. Treatments include cleaning the eyelids, antibiotic or steroid eye drops and treating
underlying conditions. However, blepharitis tends to come back.
O. Hordelum - CORRECT-ANSWERSPainful stye it hurts
P. chalazion - CORRECT-ANSWERSNon painful lesion to eyelid
Q. Cotton Wool - CORRECT-ANSWERSCotton wool spots are an abnormal finding on
funduscopic exam of the retina of the eye. They appear as fluffy white patches on the
retina. They are caused by damage to nerve fibers and are a result of accumulations of
axoplasmic material within the nerve fiber layer. Systemic HTN, DM
R. Herpes Zoster - CORRECT-ANSWERSEarly signs of shingles include a burning
sensation or stabbing pain and tingling or itching on the skin. After a few days, a rash or
blisters appear usually on one side of the body or face. When the rash is at its peak,
symptoms can range from mild itching to extreme and debilitating pain. Tx within 72
hours Aclovir
,S. Retinoblastoma (Rb) - CORRECT-ANSWERSAbsence of light reflex, it is a rare form of
cancer that rapidly develops from the immature cells of a retina, the light-detecting tissue
of the eye. It is the most common primary malignant intraocular cancer in children, and it
is almost exclusively found in young children.
T. Seborrheic dermatitis (Dandruff) - CORRECT-ANSWERScommonly involves portions
of the scalp, brows, mid-face, ears, mid-chest, and mid-back. It is not unusual for it to
affect the skin of infants and young children where it often involves the scalp (cradle cap)
and the diaper area. Seborrheic dermatitis is also known as seborrhea.
U. Seborrheic Keratosis - CORRECT-ANSWERSA seborrhoeic keratosis is a harmless
warty spot that appears during adult life as a common sign of skin aging. ... Seborrhoeic
keratosis (or seborrheic keratosis, using American spelling) is also called SK, basal cell
papilloma, senile wart, brown wart or barnacle.
V. Cupping of disc - CORRECT-ANSWERSIntracranial pressure
W. subconjunctival haemorrhage - CORRECT-ANSWERSis bleeding underneath the
conjunctiva. It can occur after a sudden or severe sneeze or cough, heavy lifting,
straining, vomiting or even rubbing one's eyes too roughly. It can also occur as a side
effect of eye surgery or blood thinners.
X. The main symptom is a bright red patch in the eye that may spread and then become
green or yellow, much like a bruise. Usually it disappears within two weeks.
Y. In most cases, no treatment is required for this condition.
Z. Sialolithiasis (also termed salivary calculi, or salivary stones) - CORRECT-ANSWERSA
condition where a calcified mass or sialolith forms within a salivary gland, usually in the
duct of the submandibular gland (also termed "Wharton's duct").
, AA. Honey Crusted lesions - CORRECT-ANSWERSImpetigo is a bacterial infection
that involves the superficial skin.The most common presentation is yellowish crusts on
the face, arms, or legs.Less commonly there may be large blisters which affect the groin
or armpits. The lesions may be painful or itchy. Fever is uncommon.
BB. It is typically due to either Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes.
Risk factors include attending day care, crowding, poor nutrition, diabetes mellitus,
contact sports, and breaks in the skin such as from mosquito bites, eczema, scabies, or
herpes. With contact it can spread around or between people.Diagnosis is typically based
on the symptoms.
CC. Prevention is by hand washing, avoiding people who are infected, and cleaning
injuries. Treatment is typically with antibiotic creams such as mupirocin or fusidic acid.
Antibiotics by mouth, such as cephalexin, may be used if large areas are affected.
Antibiotic-resistant forms have been found.
DD. Mild acne - CORRECT-ANSWERSSkin wash retinol benzol
EE.moderate acne - CORRECT-ANSWERSretinol plus tetracylines oral abx
FF. Retinol reaction - CORRECT-ANSWERSdecrease to 3 times a day
GG. Well demarcated cellulitis - CORRECT-ANSWERSerysipelas affects the dermis,
most commonly on the legs, and tends to be sharply demarcated. Cellulitis, which
typically affects the lower legs, involves the subcutaneous fat and is often less well
demarcated. ... The diagnosis of cellulitis or erysipelas is usually clinical.
