(Latest Update)
1. A 35yo client presents to the office with a URI for the last 10
days. Which of the following accompanying symptoms would confirm
a diagnosis of sinusi- tis?--- correct answer --- Facial pain &
headache; maxillary sinusis
2. An 86yo client w/ poor hearing refuses to wear his hearing aid.
Other than possible hearing aid malfunction, what is the most likely
reason for not wearing the hearing aid?--- correct answer --- Cerumen
impaction
3. a 55-yo client presents to the office complaining of bi-lateral,
high-pitched tinnitus. What is the best assessment to complete at this
time?--- correct answer --- Blood pressure assessment
4. A client presents with a complaint of swollen nodes under his
arm. The area is tender and the node has increased in size over the
,past few days. Which of the following should be included in the D Dx?-
-- correct answer --- Hidradenitis supporotiva
5. Which of the following is essential when considering prescribing
local retinoid for acne vulgaris?--- correct answer --- Retinoids are
not recommended for use in pregnancy unless otherwise stated.
6. Which of the following individuals is most at risk for developing
seborrheic keratosis?--- correct answer --- Older white women
7. Which of the following is the appropriate treatment for epiphora
(excessive tearing) due to trauma or infection?--- correct answer ---
Topical antibiotics;
corticosteroid & anesthetic drops should NOT be used
8. The NP has been treating a client for Staphylococcal blepharitis
with bacitracin 0.5% ointment. The client reports the symptoms have
not improved. What is the most appropriate change to the treatment
, plan?--- correct answer --- discontinue the 0.5% bacitracin &
prescribe a quinolone antibacterial ointment.
9. Nasal discharge of green yellow mucus, pharyngitis, and otitis
media commonly indicated the following diagnosis?--- correct answer
--- Bacterial infection
10. Which of the following is associated with prebycusis?--- correct
answer --- High frequency loss
11. a parent of a 7 yo child being treated for AOM called the office
after 48 hrs of initiating treatment to report continuing symptoms.
Which of the following is the MP's best action?--- correct answer ---
schedule a f/u
12. Which part of Medicare covers outpatient services?--- correct
answer --- Medicare Part B