NR 507 FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS WITH
CORRECT ANSWERS
When the maternal immune system becomes sensitized against antigens expressed by the
fetus, what type of immune reaction occurs? - CORRECT ANSWER -alloimmune
which patient will develop active immunity? A patient who: - CORRECT ANSWER -has natural
exposure to an antigen or receives an immunization
A 20 year old presents reporting difficulty breathing when lying down. What term should the
FNP use to document this condition? - CORRECT ANSWER -orthopnea
What is the most likely cause of croup? - CORRECT ANSWER -viral infections
A 44 year old patient who demonstrates chronic gastrointestinal bleeding is diagnosed with
anemia. What is the primary cause of the patient's anemia? - CORRECT ANSWER -iron deficiency
Which of the following is responsible for initiating clonal selection? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Antigens
Which of the following would support the diagnosis of respiratory acidosis? - CORRECT ANSWER
-pneumonia
A 52 year old male is diagnosed with urinary tract obstruction. While designing the treatment
plan, the nurse realizes that the patient is expected to have hydronephrosis and a decreased
glomerular filtration rate caused by: - CORRECT ANSWER -dilitation of the renal pelvis and
calyces proximal to the blockage
, A 12 year old child fell off a swing and scraped his right knee. The injured area becomes painful.
What else with the FNP observe upon assessment - CORRECT ANSWER -edema at injured site
A low ventilation perfusion ratio of the lung will result in: - CORRECT ANSWER -Shunting
A 50 year old male reports episodes of frequently recurring cramping abdominal pain, diarrhea
and bloody stools. A possible diagnosis would be: - CORRECT ANSWER -ulcerative colitis
A 13 year old female is concerned about several pigmented skin lesions on her body. Her
primary care provider tells her that these lesions must be monitored because of their ability to
transform into malignant melanoma. These lesions are referred to as: - CORRECT ANSWER -nevi
What phrase describes the condition in which a series of alveoli in the left lower lobe receive
adequate ventilation but lacks adequate perfusion? - CORRECT ANSWER -alveolar dead space
A newborn is diagnosed with congenital intrinsic factor deficiency. Which of the following type
of anemia will the FNP document on the chart? - CORRECT ANSWER -pernicious
A 5 year old presents to the clinic with high fever, inspiratory stridor, severe respiratory
distress, drooling and dysphagia. Acute epiglottis is suspected. When assessing the child, the
FNP should avoid: - CORRECT ANSWER -examining the throat for redness
A 20 year old underwent an echocardiogram to assess chest pain. Results revealed a congenital
defect in the papillary muscles. Which of the following would the nurse expect to occur? -
CORRECT ANSWER -backward expulsion of the atrioventricular valves
Biochemical secretions that trap and kill microorganisms include: - CORRECT ANSWER -ear wax
CORRECT ANSWERS
When the maternal immune system becomes sensitized against antigens expressed by the
fetus, what type of immune reaction occurs? - CORRECT ANSWER -alloimmune
which patient will develop active immunity? A patient who: - CORRECT ANSWER -has natural
exposure to an antigen or receives an immunization
A 20 year old presents reporting difficulty breathing when lying down. What term should the
FNP use to document this condition? - CORRECT ANSWER -orthopnea
What is the most likely cause of croup? - CORRECT ANSWER -viral infections
A 44 year old patient who demonstrates chronic gastrointestinal bleeding is diagnosed with
anemia. What is the primary cause of the patient's anemia? - CORRECT ANSWER -iron deficiency
Which of the following is responsible for initiating clonal selection? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Antigens
Which of the following would support the diagnosis of respiratory acidosis? - CORRECT ANSWER
-pneumonia
A 52 year old male is diagnosed with urinary tract obstruction. While designing the treatment
plan, the nurse realizes that the patient is expected to have hydronephrosis and a decreased
glomerular filtration rate caused by: - CORRECT ANSWER -dilitation of the renal pelvis and
calyces proximal to the blockage
, A 12 year old child fell off a swing and scraped his right knee. The injured area becomes painful.
What else with the FNP observe upon assessment - CORRECT ANSWER -edema at injured site
A low ventilation perfusion ratio of the lung will result in: - CORRECT ANSWER -Shunting
A 50 year old male reports episodes of frequently recurring cramping abdominal pain, diarrhea
and bloody stools. A possible diagnosis would be: - CORRECT ANSWER -ulcerative colitis
A 13 year old female is concerned about several pigmented skin lesions on her body. Her
primary care provider tells her that these lesions must be monitored because of their ability to
transform into malignant melanoma. These lesions are referred to as: - CORRECT ANSWER -nevi
What phrase describes the condition in which a series of alveoli in the left lower lobe receive
adequate ventilation but lacks adequate perfusion? - CORRECT ANSWER -alveolar dead space
A newborn is diagnosed with congenital intrinsic factor deficiency. Which of the following type
of anemia will the FNP document on the chart? - CORRECT ANSWER -pernicious
A 5 year old presents to the clinic with high fever, inspiratory stridor, severe respiratory
distress, drooling and dysphagia. Acute epiglottis is suspected. When assessing the child, the
FNP should avoid: - CORRECT ANSWER -examining the throat for redness
A 20 year old underwent an echocardiogram to assess chest pain. Results revealed a congenital
defect in the papillary muscles. Which of the following would the nurse expect to occur? -
CORRECT ANSWER -backward expulsion of the atrioventricular valves
Biochemical secretions that trap and kill microorganisms include: - CORRECT ANSWER -ear wax
