NR 511 FINAL EXAM? EXAM WITH
CORRECT QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
2025
The most cost-effective screening test for determining HIV status is which of
the following? - CORRECT-ANSWERS******Enzyme-linked immunosorbent
assay
Which blood test is a nonspecific method and most helpful
for evaluating the severity and course of aninflammatory process? -
CORRECT-ANSWERS******C-reactive protein (CRP
Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of
which neurotransmitter? - CORRECT-ANSWERS******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: -
CORRECT-ANSWERS******Pain at the elbow with resisted movements at the
wrist and forearm
Which of the following statements concerning the
,musculoskeletal examination is true? - CORRECT-ANSWERS******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? - CORRECT-
ANSWERS******Morning stiffness
Which causes the greatest percentage of mammalian bites? - CORRECT-
ANSWERS******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? - CORRECT-
ANSWERS******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? - CORRECT-ANSWERS******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
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? - CORRECT-ANSWERS******TSH
Which of the following medications for type 2 diabetes
mellitus should not be prescribed during pregnancy? - CORRECT-
ANSWERS******Glucotrol
During a DRE on a 75-year-old man, the clinician suspects
the patient has prostate cancer. What physical finding should make the
clinician suspicious? - CORRECT-ANSWERS******An enlarged rubbery gland
Eddie, age 4, presents to the ED with a live insect trapped in
his ear canal causing a lot of distress. What should be your first step? -
CORRECT-ANSWERS******Immobilize the insect with 2% lidocaine.
What is the most common cause of microcytic anemia? - CORRECT-
ANSWERS******Iron-deficiency anemia
CORRECT QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
2025
The most cost-effective screening test for determining HIV status is which of
the following? - CORRECT-ANSWERS******Enzyme-linked immunosorbent
assay
Which blood test is a nonspecific method and most helpful
for evaluating the severity and course of aninflammatory process? -
CORRECT-ANSWERS******C-reactive protein (CRP
Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of
which neurotransmitter? - CORRECT-ANSWERS******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: -
CORRECT-ANSWERS******Pain at the elbow with resisted movements at the
wrist and forearm
Which of the following statements concerning the
,musculoskeletal examination is true? - CORRECT-ANSWERS******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? - CORRECT-
ANSWERS******Morning stiffness
Which causes the greatest percentage of mammalian bites? - CORRECT-
ANSWERS******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? - CORRECT-
ANSWERS******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? - CORRECT-ANSWERS******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
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? - CORRECT-ANSWERS******TSH
Which of the following medications for type 2 diabetes
mellitus should not be prescribed during pregnancy? - CORRECT-
ANSWERS******Glucotrol
During a DRE on a 75-year-old man, the clinician suspects
the patient has prostate cancer. What physical finding should make the
clinician suspicious? - CORRECT-ANSWERS******An enlarged rubbery gland
Eddie, age 4, presents to the ED with a live insect trapped in
his ear canal causing a lot of distress. What should be your first step? -
CORRECT-ANSWERS******Immobilize the insect with 2% lidocaine.
What is the most common cause of microcytic anemia? - CORRECT-
ANSWERS******Iron-deficiency anemia
