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MIDTERM EXAM OF NURS 634 PRACTICE
QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS NEW
MODIFIED EXAM
A patient has SOB on exertion, palpitations, and split and fixed S2 sounds on
inspiration and expiration. What is the diagnosis: --CORRECT ANSWER-Atrial
septal defect (ASD)
What is the biggest risk factor for both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes? --
CORRECT ANSWER--HTN
A patient presents with cold intolerance. Where do you begin the head-to-toe
exam? --CORRECT ANSWER--The head
What is the most common symptom of tinnitus? --CORRECT ANSWER-
Vertigo
Where would an EKG show if the atria is enlarged? --CORRECT ANSWER--
P-wave (enlarged)
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An older patient is complaining of palpitations for several months, has
tachycardia on the EKG, and is diagnosed with a-fib. How long should you
monitor the BP? --CORRECT ANSWER--For at least 24 hours
Which pulse is found in the dorsal of the foot? --CORRECT ANSWER--
Dorsalis pedis
A patient has instability in relationships, self-image issues, and impulsivity. This
is common for which psych issue? --CORRECT ANSWER--Borderline
personality
A chest tube needs to be inserted in the 4th intercostal space. What landmarks
will you need to locate --CORRECT ANSWER--2nd rib near the sternal angle
If a patient has ear pain, which CN is involved in the pain signal? --CORRECT
ANSWER--CN IX - Glossopharyngeal
CN III, IV, and VI are assessed through --CORRECT ANSWER--6 cardinal
gazes (extra-ocular movements)
If the 6 cardinal gazes are not intact, this is a concern for: --CORRECT
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ANSWER--Neurological function
What does the erector spinae do? --CORRECT ANSWER--extends vertebral
column
One day a patient has pain in one eye and blurry vision. Possible metal shaving
are in the eye. What do you do? --CORRECT ANSWER--Slit lamp eye exam
and refer to an ophthalmologist
Findings of biliary colic --CORRECT ANSWER--Right shoulder pain
When performing a nasal exam, a sac like growth that is obstructing the nasal
passage is found. This is known as a: --CORRECT ANSWER--Nasal polyp
Upon auscultating someone's lungs there is decreased air movement and high
pitch expiratory whistling. What diagnosis is at the top of the list? --CORRECT
ANSWER--Asthma
What can you do if someone comes in, is distracted, and needs redirecting --
CORRECT ANSWER--Summarize why the patient is here and the plan
A patient presents with a bloody left eye. What questions should you ask? --
MIDTERM EXAM OF NURS 634 PRACTICE
QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS NEW
MODIFIED EXAM
A patient has SOB on exertion, palpitations, and split and fixed S2 sounds on
inspiration and expiration. What is the diagnosis: --CORRECT ANSWER-Atrial
septal defect (ASD)
What is the biggest risk factor for both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes? --
CORRECT ANSWER--HTN
A patient presents with cold intolerance. Where do you begin the head-to-toe
exam? --CORRECT ANSWER--The head
What is the most common symptom of tinnitus? --CORRECT ANSWER-
Vertigo
Where would an EKG show if the atria is enlarged? --CORRECT ANSWER--
P-wave (enlarged)
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An older patient is complaining of palpitations for several months, has
tachycardia on the EKG, and is diagnosed with a-fib. How long should you
monitor the BP? --CORRECT ANSWER--For at least 24 hours
Which pulse is found in the dorsal of the foot? --CORRECT ANSWER--
Dorsalis pedis
A patient has instability in relationships, self-image issues, and impulsivity. This
is common for which psych issue? --CORRECT ANSWER--Borderline
personality
A chest tube needs to be inserted in the 4th intercostal space. What landmarks
will you need to locate --CORRECT ANSWER--2nd rib near the sternal angle
If a patient has ear pain, which CN is involved in the pain signal? --CORRECT
ANSWER--CN IX - Glossopharyngeal
CN III, IV, and VI are assessed through --CORRECT ANSWER--6 cardinal
gazes (extra-ocular movements)
If the 6 cardinal gazes are not intact, this is a concern for: --CORRECT
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ANSWER--Neurological function
What does the erector spinae do? --CORRECT ANSWER--extends vertebral
column
One day a patient has pain in one eye and blurry vision. Possible metal shaving
are in the eye. What do you do? --CORRECT ANSWER--Slit lamp eye exam
and refer to an ophthalmologist
Findings of biliary colic --CORRECT ANSWER--Right shoulder pain
When performing a nasal exam, a sac like growth that is obstructing the nasal
passage is found. This is known as a: --CORRECT ANSWER--Nasal polyp
Upon auscultating someone's lungs there is decreased air movement and high
pitch expiratory whistling. What diagnosis is at the top of the list? --CORRECT
ANSWER--Asthma
What can you do if someone comes in, is distracted, and needs redirecting --
CORRECT ANSWER--Summarize why the patient is here and the plan
A patient presents with a bloody left eye. What questions should you ask? --
