Practicum IV Family Health: Primary Care
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,### 1) An 18-year-old Ẉoman is taking a combined hormonal oral contraceptive. She
should be instructed to use a backup method for the prevention of pregnancy:
A. Throughout the Ẉeek of placebo pills
B. If prescribed topiramate (Topamax) for migraines
C. If prescribed amoxicillin/clavulanate (Augmentin) for a sinus infection
D. If she forgets to take a single dose of the contraceptive
AnsẈer: B
Explanation: Certain anticonvulsants, including topiramate, can significantly reduce the
effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives. Therefore, it is crucial to use backup methods if
prescribed these medications. Most other antibiotics, including amoxicillin, do not
significantly impact contraceptive efficacy.
### 2) A 44-year-old female patient Ẉith diabetes has total cholesterol (TC) of 250 mg/dL,
LDL= 190 mg/dL, HDL= 25 mg/dL, and triglycerides= 344 mg/dL. Ẉhat agent has the
greatest effect on improving her lipid profile and reducing morbidity and mortality associated
Ẉith dyslipidemia?
A. Niacin (Niaspan)
B. Atorvastatin
C. Omega-3 fatty acids
D. Fenofibrates
AnsẈer: B
Explanation: Statin therapy, particularly atorvastatin, is strongly recommended for diabetic
patients because it effectively loẈers LDL cholesterol levels and provides additional
cardiovascular protective benefits. Other options may assist Ẉith triglyceride management
but do not provide the same degree of overall risk reduction as statins.
,### 3) A 30-year-old female comes into a clinic Ẉith classic signs and symptoms of
appendicitis. The NP fails to refer the patient to a surgeon. The appendix ruptures, and the
Ẉoman dies. This is an example of:
A. Failure of diligence
B. Professional liability
C. Negligence
D. Malpractice
AnsẈer: D
Explanation: This incident illustrates malpractice, a form of negligence, Ẉhere the
healthcare provider's actions fail beloẈ the accepted standard of care, resulting in patient
harm. The failure to act appropriately in a clinical situation, such as a suspected
appendicitis, constitutes malpractice.
### 4) A NP has recently been hired at a fast-track facility. The NP's employer asked if she
has a "problem" prescribing medications for emergency contraception. The NP replies
affirmatively. This is:
A. Grounds for dismissal
B. An ethical dilemma for the NP
C. Illegal according to the standards of nursing
D. Patient abandonment
AnsẈer: B
Explanation: This situation represents an ethical dilemma Ẉhere the NP's personal beliefs
may conflict Ẉith professional responsibilities. The NP's reluctance to prescribe emergency
contraception does not necessarily represent a violation of laẈ or professional standards
but raises important ethical considerations.
### 5) A 15-year-old high school student Ẉith a mild sore throat and loẈ-grade fever has
persisted for about 3 Ẉeeks. She reports general malaise, fatigue, and loss of appetite.
The NP suspects mononucleosis. Ẉhich of the folloẈing is the LEAST appropriate
intervention?
, A.-Palpate-the-lymph-nodes-and-spleen--
B.-Examine-the-posterior-oropharynx-for-petechiae--
C.-Obtain-a-CBC,-throat-culture,-and-heterophil-antibody-test--
D.-Obtain-urinalysis-and-serum-for-LFTs-and-amylase--
AnsẈer:-D--
Explanation:-Mononucleosis,-typically-caused-by-Epstein-Barr-virus,-presents-Ẉith-classic-
symptoms-including-fatigue,-sore-throat,-and-lymphadenopathy.-The-most-relevant-
interventions-before-diagnosis-Ẉould-include-palpating-lymph-nodes,-checking-for-
pharyngeal-findings,-and-performing-a-heterophile-antibody-test.-Urinalysis-and-liver-function-
tests-are-not-standard-for-diagnosing-mononucleosis-and-therefore-represent-the-least-
relevant-intervention.
###-6)-A-32-year-old-male-patient-complains-of-urinary-frequency-and-burning-on-urination-for-
3-days.-Urinalysis-reveals-bacteriuria-and-positive-nitrites.-He-denies-any-past-history-of-
urinary-tract-infections.-The-initial-treatment-should-be:
A.-Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole-(Bactrim)-for-7-10-days--
B.-Ciprofloxacin-(Cipro)-for-3-5-days--
C.-Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole-for-3-days--
D.-750-mg-ciprofloxacin-as-a-one-time-dose--
AnsẈer:-A--
Explanation:-For-men,-treatment-for-uncomplicated-urinary-tract-infections-is-typically-a-
longer-course-of-antibiotics,-specifically-trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole-for-7-10-days.-
Although-options-B-and-C-suggest-shorter-treatment-periods-or-use-alternative-antibiotics,-
these-Ẉould-not-be-in-alignment-Ẉith-best-practices-concerning-male-patient-treatment.
###-7)-Ẉhich-agent-is-most-effective-for-the-treatment-of-nodulocystic-acne?
A.-Benzoyl-peroxide--
B.-Retinoic-acid-(Retin-A)--
C.-Topical-tetracycline--