1. An 80-year-old man with hypertension and hyperlipidemia
presents with complaints of the rapid onset of severe low-back
pain accompanied by abdominal pain that is gradually worsening.
The patient appears pale and complains that he does not feel well.
During the abdominal exam, the nurse practitioner detects a soft
pulsatile mass just above the umbilicus as she palpates this area
with her hand. Which of the following conditions is most likely? -
ANS -Abdominal aortic aneurysm
2. Which of the following laboratory test is sensitive for evaluating
the renal function - ANS -Estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR)
,3. Which of the following groups has been recommended to be
screened for thyroid disease? - ANS -Women aged 50 years or older
4. All of the following patients should be screened for diabetes
mellitus except: - ANS -A 30-year-old White man with hypertension
5. A 40-year-old White woman with a body mass index (BMI) of 32
complains of colicky pain in the right upper quadrant of her
abdomen that gets worse if she eats fried food. During the
physical exam, the nurse practitioner presses deeply on the left
lower quadrant of the abdomen and the patient complains of pain
on the right side of the lower abdomen. What is the name of this
finding? - ANS -Rovsing's sign
, 6. Which of the following symptoms characterize this disorder? - ANS
-1.Ritualistic behaviors that the patient feels compelled to repeat.
2. increased axiety when attempting to ignore or suppress the
repetitive behaviors.
3.frequent intrusive and repetive thoughts and impluses
All the above
7. Which of the following medications is indicated for the treatment
of obsessive-compulsive disorder? - ANS -Paroxetine (paxil CR)
8. Which of the following conditions is most likely? - ANS -Injury to
the meniscus of the right knee
9. Which of the following actions is the best course for patient? - ANS
-Refer him to an orthopedic specialist
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