500 Medical Surgical Sample Question

1. According to Maslow, which of the following categories of needs represents the most basic?
Physiologic needs
Physiologic needs must be met before an individual is able to move toward psychological health
and well-being.
Self-actualization is the highest level of need

Safety and security needs, while lower level, are not essential to physiologic survival.
Belongingness and affection needs are not essential to physiologic survival.
2. Which of the following statements reflects the World Health Organization’s definition of
health?
A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease
and infirmity.
Such a definition, however, does not allow for any variations in the degrees of wellness or
illness.
A condition of homeostatis and adaptation.The WHO definition addresses physical, mental, and
social dimensions of being.
An individual’s location along a wellness--illness continuum.The concept of a health--illness
continuum allows for a greater range in describing a person’s health than the definition provided
by the WHO.
A fluid, ever-changing balance reflected through physical, mental, and social behavior.The WHO
definition does not allow for any variations in the degrees of wellness and illness.
3. Which of the following statements defines culture?
The learned patterns of behavior, beliefs, and values that can be attributed to a particular group of
people.
Included among characteristics that distinguish cultural groups are manner of dress, values,
artifacts, and health beliefs and practices.
A group of people distinguished by genetically transmitted material describes the term race.
The status of belonging to a particular region by origin, birth, or naturalization describes the term
nationality.
The classification of a group based upon certain distinctive characteristics describes the term
ethnicity.
4. The reason that case management has gained such prominence in health care can be traced to
decreased cost of care associated with inpatient stay.

The reasons case management has gained such prominence can be traced to the decreased cost of
care associated with decreased length of hospital stay, coupled with rapid and frequent inter-unit
transfers from specialty to standard care units.
increased length of hospital stay. In general, length of hospital stay has decreased over the past 5
years.
discharge from specialty care units to home. In general, patients are transferred from specialty
care units to standard care units at least 24 hours prior to discharge.
limited availability for inter-unit hospital transfers. In general, patients in acute care hospitals
undergo frequent inter-unit transfers from specialty to standard care units.
5. A preferred provider organization is described as a
business arrangement between hospitals and physicians.

PPO’s usually contract to provide health care to subscribers, usually businesses, for a negotiated
fee that often is discounted.
A prepaid group health practice system is termed a health maintenance organization.

Insurance is a cost payment system of shared risk, not a health care delivery system..
A health care savings account program is an incentive program to consumers, not a health care
delivery system.
6. Which of the following categories identifies the focus of community/public health nursing
practice?
Promoting and maintaining the health of populations and preventing and minimizing the progress
of disease
Although nursing interventions used by public health nurses might involve individuals, families,
or small groups, the central focus remains promoting health and preventing disease in the entire
community.
Rehabilitation and restorative services are the focus of extended care facilities and home care
nursing.
Adaptation of hospital care to the home environment is the focus of home nursing.
Hospice care delivery refers to the delivery of services to the terminally ill.
7. A major goal for home care nurses is
restoring maximum health function.

Tertiary preventive nursing care, focusing on rehabilitation and restoring maximum health
function, is a goal for home care nurses.
Promoting the health of populations is a focus of community/public health nursing.

Minimizing the progress of disease is a focus of community/public health nursing.
Maintaining the health of populations is a focus of community/public health nursing.
8. In the United States, nurses performing invasive procedures need to be up-to-date with their
immunizations, particularly
hepatitis B.
Hepatitis B is transmitted through contact with infected blood or plasma.
Hepatitis E is found mainly in underdeveloped countries with substandard sanitation and water
quality.
Hepatitis A is transmitted through the oral route from the feces and saliva of an infected person.
At present, immunization against hepatitis C is not available.
9. At what time during a patient’s hospital stay does discharge planning begin?
Admission
To prepare for early discharge and the possible need for follow-up in the home, discharge
planning begins with the patient’s admission.
Twenty-four hours prior to discharge, Discharge planning requires identification of patient needs
and anticipatory guidance and is not relegated to a specific time for beginning.
The shift prior to discharge, Discharge planning requires communication with and cooperation of
the patient, family, and health care team and is not relegated to a specific time for beginning.
By the third hospital day, Discharge planning may require involvement of personnel and
agencies in the planning process and is not relegated to a specific day of hospital stay.
10. The leading health problems of elementary school children include
cancer.
The leading health problems of elementary school children are injuries, infections, malnutrition,
dental disease, and cancer.
Alcohol and drug abuse are leading health problems for high school students.
Mental and emotional problems are leading health problems for high school students.
Homicide is a leading health problem for high school children.
11. Which skill needed by the nurse to think critically involves identification of patient problems
indicated by data?
Analysis
Analysis is used to identify patient problems indicated by data.
Interpretation is used to determine the significance of data that is gathered.

Inferences are used by the nurse to draw conclusions.
Explanation is the justification of actions or interventions used to address patient problems and to
help a patient move toward desired outcomes.
12. The ethics theory that focuses on ends or consequences of actions is the
utilitarian theory.
Utilitarian theory is based on the concept of the greatest good for the greatest number.
Formalist theory argues that moral standards exist independently of the ends or consequences.
Deontological theory argues that moral standards exist independently of the ends or
consequences.
Adaptation theory is not an ethics theory.
13. Which of the following ethical principles refers to the duty to do good?
Beneficence
Beneficence is the duty to do good and the active promotion of benevolent acts.
Fidelity refers to the duty to be faithful to one's commitments.

Veracity is the obligation to tell the truth.
Nonmaleficence is the duty not to inflict, as well as to prevent and remove, harm; it is more
binding than beneficence.
14. During which step of the nursing process does the nurse analyze data related to the patient's
health status?
Assessment
Analysis of data is included as part of the assessment.
Implementation is the actualization of the plan of care through nursing interventions.

Diagnosis is the identification of patient problems.
Evaluation is the determination of the patient's responses to the nursing interventions and the
extent to which the outcomes have been achieved.
15. The basic difference between nursing diagnoses and collaborative problems is that
nurses manage collaborative problems using physician-prescribed interventions.

Collaborative problems are physiologic complications that nurses monitor to detect onset or
changes and manage through the use of physician-prescribed and nursing-prescribed
interventions to minimize the complications of events.
Collaborative problems require both nursing and physician-prescribed interventions.

Nursing diagnoses can be managed by independent nursing interventions.
Nursing diagnoses refer to actual or potential health problems that can be managed by
independent nursing interventions.
16. Health education of the patient by the nurse
is an independent function of nursing practice.

Health education is an independent function of nursing practice and is included in all state nurse
practice acts.
Teaching, as a function of nursing, is included in all state nurse practice acts.

Health education is a primary responsibility of the nursing profession.
Health education by the nurse focuses on promoting, maintaining, and restoring health;
preventing illness; and assisting people to adapt to the residual effects of illness.
17. Nonadherence to therapeutic regimens is a significant problem for which of the following
age groups?
Adults 65 and over

Elderly people frequently have one or more chronic illnesses that are managed with numerous
medications and complicated by periodic acute episodes, making adherence difficult.
Teenagers, Problems of teenagers, generally, are time limited and specific, and require promoting
adherence to treatment to return to health.
Children, In general, the compliance of children depends on the compliance of their parents.
Middle-aged adults, in general, have fewer health problems, thus promoting adherence.
18. Experiential readiness to learn refers to the patient's

past history with education and life experience.
Experiential readiness refers to past experiences that influence a person's ability to learn.
Emotional readiness refers to the patient's acceptance of an existing illness or the threat of an
illness and its influence on the ability to learn.
Emotional readiness refers to the patient's acceptance of an existing illness or the threat of an
illness and its influence on the ability to learn.
Physical readiness refers to the patient's ability to cope with physical problems and focus
attention upon learning.
19. Asking the patient questions to determine if the person understands the health teaching
provided would be included during which step of the nursing process?
Evaluation
Evaluation includes observing the person, asking questions, and comparing the patient's
behavioral responses with the expected outcomes.
Assessment includes determining the patient's readiness regarding learning.

Planning includes identification of teaching strategies and writing the teaching plan.
Implementation is the step during which the teaching plan is put into action.
20. Which of the following items is considered the single most important factor in assisting the
health professional in arriving at a diagnosis or determining the person's needs?
History of present illness

The history of the present illness is the single most important factor in assisting the health
professional in arriving at a diagnosis or determining the person's needs.
The physical examination is helpful but often only validates the information obtained from the
history.
Diagnostic test results can be helpful, but they often only verify rather than establish the
diagnosis.
Biographical information puts the health history in context but does not focus the diagnosis.
21. Of the following areas for assessing the patient profile, which should be addressed after the
others?
Body image
The patient is often less anxious when the interview progresses from information that is less
personal to information that is more personal.
Educational level is relatively impersonal and readily revealed by the patient.

Occupation is relatively impersonal and readily revealed by the patient.
Environment,Housing, religion, and language are relatively impersonal and readily revealed by
the patient.
22. Which of the following methods of physical examination refers to the translation of physical
force into sound?
Percussion
Percussion translates the application of physical force into sound.
Palpation refers to examination by non-forceful touching.

Auscultation refers to the skill of listening to sounds produced within the body created by
movement of air or fluid.
Manipulation refers to the use of the hands to determine motion of a body part.
23. In which range of body mass index (BMI) are patients considered to have increased risk for
problems associated with poor nutritional status?
Below 24
Additionally, higher mortality rates in hospitalized patients and community-dwelling elderly are
associated with individuals who have low BMI.
Those who have a BMI of 25 to 29 are considered overweight.

Those who have BMI of 30-39 are considered obese.
Those who have BMI over 40 are considered extremely obese.
24. To calculate the ideal body weight for a woman, the nurse allows
100 pounds for 5 feet of height.

To calculate the ideal body weight of a woman, the nurse allows 100 pounds for 5 feet of height
and adds 5 pounds for each additional inch over 5 feet
25. A steady state within the body is termed
homeostasis.
When a change occurs that causes a body function to deviate from its stable range, processes are
initiated to restore and maintain the steady state or homeostasis.
Constancy refers to the balanced internal state of the human body maintained by physiologic and
biochemical processes.
Adaptation refers to a constant, ongoing process that requires change in structure, function, or
behavior so that the person is better suited to the environment.
Stress refers to a state produced by a change in the environment that is perceived as challenging,
threatening, or damaging to the person's dynamic balance or equilibrium.
26. Which of the following terms, according to Lazarus, refers to the process through which an
event is evaluated with respect to what is at stake and what might and can be done?
Cognitive appraisal
The outcome of cognitive appraisal is identification of the situation as either stressful or non-
stressful.
Coping consists of both cognitive and behavioral efforts made to manage the specific external or
internal demand that taxes a person's resources.
Hardiness is a personality characteristic that is composed of control, commitment, and challenge.
Lazarus believed adaptation was affected by emotion that subsumed stress and coping.
27. An increase in the number of new cells in an organ or tissue that is reversible when the
stimulus for production of new cells is removed is termed
hyperplasia.
Hyperplasia occurs as cells multiply and are subjected to increased stimulation resulting in tissue
mass enlargement.
Hypertrophy is an increase in size and bulk of tissue that does not result from an increased
number of cells.
Atrophy refers to reduction in size of a structure after having come to full maturity.
With neoplasia, the increase in the number of new cells in an organ or tissue continues after the
stimulus is removed.
28. Which of the following types of cells have a latent ability to regenerate?
Stable
Stable cells have a latent ability to regenerate if they are damaged or destroyed and are found in
the kidney, liver, and pancreas, among other body organs.
Labile cells multiply constantly to replace cells worn out by normal physiologic processes.
Permanent cells include neurons --- the nerve cell bodies, not their axons. Destruction of a
neuron causes permanent loss, but axons may regenerate.
Epithelial cells are a type of labile cell that multiply constantly to replace cells worn out by
normal physiologic processes.
29. The relaxation techniques of progressive muscle relaxation, relaxation with guided imagery,
and the Benson Relaxation Response share which of the following elements?
A mental device (something on which to focus the attention)

Similar elements also include a quiet environment, a comfortable position, and a passive attitude.
Nutritional foundation, Relaxation techniques do not encompass specific nutritional guidelines.

Analgesic preparation, Relaxation techniques are used to reduce one's response to stress and do
not require analgesia prior to practicing the techniques.
A physician's order is not required to assist an individual to learn techniques to reduce one's
response to stress.
30. Which of the following terms has been defined by the American Psychiatric Association as a
group of behavioral or psychological symptoms or a pattern that manifests itself in significant
distress, impaired functioning, or accentuated risk of enduring severe suffering or possible death?
Mental disorder
The definition was adopted by the American Psychiatric Association in 1994.
Emotional disorder,There is no universally accepted definition of what constitutes an emotional

disorder.
Anxiety is defined as fear of the unknown.
Schizophrenia is a specific disorder characterized by psychosis.
31. Establishing financial security has been identified as a developmental task of which of the
following groups?
Middle adult
The middle adult's tasks also include launching children, and refocusing on one's marital
relationship.
The older adult's tasks include adapting to retirement and declining physical stamina.
The young adult's tasks include establishing a lifestyle and independence.
The teenager's primary developmental tasks include developing an identity and intimacy.
32. When up to a 6-month period elapses between the experience of trauma and the onset of
symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), the episode is termed
delayed.
In the case of delayed PTSD, there may be up to a 6-month period of time that elapses between
the trauma and the manifestation of symptoms.
Acute PTSD is defined as the experience of symptoms for less than a 3-month period.
Chronic PTSD is defined as the experience of symptoms lasting longer than 3 months.
33. Which of the following statements accurately describes a risk factor for depression?
History of physical or sexual abuse

History of physical or sexual abuse and current substance abuse are risk factors for depression.
A risk factor for depression is female gender.

A risk factor for depression is onset before 40 years.
34. Of the following stages of grieving as described by Kubler-Ross, which is the initial?
Denial
The stages include: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance.
35. Which of the following terms refers to Leininger's description of the learned and transmitted
knowledge about values, beliefs, rules of behavior, and lifestyle practices that guide a designated
group in their thinking and actions in patterned ways?
Culture
Leininger was the founder of the specialty called transcultural nursing and advocated culturally
competent nursing care.
Minority refers to a group of people whose physical or cultural characteristics differ from the
majority of people in a society.
Race refers to a group of people distinguished by genetically transmitted characteristics.
Subculture refers to a group that functions within a culture.
36. The inability of a person to recognize his or her own values, beliefs, and practices and those
of others because of strong ethnocentric tendencies is termed
cultural blindness.
Cultural blindness results in bias and stereotyping.
Acculturation is the process by which members of a culture adapt or learn how to take on the
behaviors of another group.
Cultural imposition is the tendency to impose one's cultural beliefs, values, and patterns of
behavior on a person from a different culture.
Cultural taboos are those activities governed by rules of behavior that are avoided, forbidden, or
prohibited by a particular cultural group.
37. Which of the following groups of individuals may stare at the floor during conversations as a
sign of respect?
Native Americans
Some Native Americans stare at the floor during conversations, conveying respect and indicating
that the listener is paying close attention to the speaker.
The Indo-Chinese may consider direct eye contact impolite or aggressive.

Arabs may consider direct eye contact impolite or aggressive.
Asians may consider direct eye contact impolite or aggressive.
38. For which of the following religious groups is all meat prohibited?
Hinduism
Hinduism prohibits consumption of all meats and animal shortening.
Seventh-Day Adventism prohibits consumption of pork.

Judaism prohibits consumption of pork.
Islam prohibits the consumption of pork and animal shortening.
39. The paradigm that explains the cause of illness as an imbalance in the forces of nature is the
holistic perspective.
The naturalist or holistic perspective believes that health exists when all aspects of a persona are
in perfect balance or harmony.
The magico-religious view holds that illness is caused by forces of evil.

The biomedical view holds life events as cause and effect and incorporates the bacterial or viral
explanation of communicable disease.
The scientific view holds life events as cause and effect and incorporates the bacterial or viral
explanation of communicable disease.
40. The aim of genomic medicine is
improving predictions about individuals’ susceptibility to diseases

Predictions regarding the time of their onset, their extent and eventual severity as well as which
treatments or medications are likely to be most effective or harmful are the focus of genomic
medicine.
The focus of genomic medicine is broader than the reproduction of cells.

The focus of genomic medicine is broader than the cure of disease.
Genomic medicine is gene-based health care.
41. Nondisjunction of a chromosome results in which of the following diagnoses?
Down Syndrome
When a pair of chromosomes fails to separate completely and creates a sperm or oocyte that
contains two copies of a particular chromosome (nondisjunction) Down syndrome results from
three number 21 chromosomes.
Huntington disease is one example of a germ-line mutation.

Duchenne muscular dystrophy, an inherited form of muscular dystrophy, is an example of a
genetic caused by structural gene mutations.
Marphan Syndrome is a genetic condition that may occur in a single family member as a result
of spontaneous mutation.
42. Which type of Mendelian inherited condition results in both genders being affected equally in
a vertical pattern?
Automosomal dominant inheritance

An individual who has an autosomal dominant inherited condition carries a gene mutation for
that condition on one chromosome of a pair.
The pattern of inheritance in autosomal recessive inherited conditions is different from that of
autosomal dominant inherited conditions in that it is more horizontal than vertical, with relatives
of a single generation tending to have the condition.
X-linked conditions may be inherited in families in recessive or dominant patterns. In both, the
gene mutation is located on the X-chromosome. All males inherit an X chromosome from their
mother with no counterpart; hence, all males express the gene mutation.
Neural tube defects, such as spina bifida and anencephaly, are examples of multifactorial genetic
conditions. The majority of neural tube defects are caused by both genetic and environmental
influences that combine during early embryonic development leading to incomplete closure of
the neural tube.
43. A specific BRCA1 cancer-predisposing gene mutation seems to occur more frequently among
women of which descent?
Ashkanazi Jewish
Expression of the BRCA1 gene is an example of inheritance in the development of breast cancer.
Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (G6PD) is a common enzyme abnormality that

affects millions of people throughout the world, especially those of Mediterranean, South East
Asian, African, Middle Eastern, and Near Eastern origin.
Sickle cell anemia is associated with the African-American population.
Individuals of Chinese and Japanese descent who are rapid metabolizers of the enzyme N-
acetyltransferase and who are prescribed the drug isoniazid (as part of treatment for tuberculosis)
are at significantly increased risk for developing isoniazid-induced hepatitis.
44. Which of the following statements describes accurate information related to chronic illness?
Most people with chronic conditions do not consider themselves sick or ill.
Although some people take on a sick role identity, most people with chronic conditions do not
consider themselves sick or ill and try to live as normal a life as is possible.
Research has demonstrated that some people with chronic conditions may take on a sick role
identity, but they are not the majority.
Chronic conditions may be due to illness, genetic factors, or injury
Many chronic conditions require therapeutic regimens to keep them under control.
45. In which phase of the trajectory model of chronic illness are the symptoms under control and
managed?
Stable
The stable phase indicates that the symptoms and disability are under control or managed.
The acute phase is characterized by sudden onset of severe or unrelieved symptoms or

complications that may necessitate hospitalization for their management.
The comeback phase is the period in the trajectory marked by recovery after an acute period.
The downward phase occurs when symptoms worsen or the disability progresses despite
attempts to control the course through proper management.
46. Which phase of the trajectory model of chronic illness is characterized by reactivation of the
illness?
Unstable
The unstable phase is characterized by development of complications or reactivation of the
illness.
The stable phase indicates that the symptoms and disability are under control or managed.
The comeback phase is the period in the trajectory marked by recovery after an acute period.
47. Which phase of the trajectory model of chronic illness is characterized by the gradual or
rapid decline in the trajectory despite efforts to halt the disorder?
Dying
The dying phase is characterized by stoppage of life-maintaining functions.
The unstable phase is characterized by development of complications or reactivation of the

illness.
The downward phase occurs when symptoms worsen or the disability progresses despite
attempts to control the course through proper management.
48. In order to help prevent the development of an external rotation deformity of the hip in a
patient who must remain in bed for any period of time, the most appropriate nursing action
would be to use
a trochanter roll extending from the crest of the ilium to the midthigh.
A trochanter roll, properly placed, provides resistance to the external rotation of the hip.
Pillows under the legs will not prevent the hips from rotating externally.
A hip-abductor pillow is used for the patient after total hip replacement surgery.
A footboard will not prevent the hips from rotating externally.
49. To prevent footdrop, the patient is positioned in:
Order to keep the feet at right angles to the leg

When the patient is supine in bed, padded splints or protective boots are used.
Semi-fowlers positioning is used to decrease the pressure of abdominal contents on the

diaphragm.
In order to prevent footdrop, the feet must be supported.
Side-lying positions do not provide support to prevent footdrop.
50. Through which of the following activities does the patient learn to consciously contract
excretory sphincters and control voiding cues?
Biofeedback
Cognitively intact patients who have stress or urge incontinence may gain bladder control
through biofeedback.
Kegel exercises are pelvic floor exercises that strengthen the pubococcygeus muscle.
Habit training is used to try to keep the patient dry by strictly adhering to a toileting schedule and
may be successful with stress, urge, or functional incontinence.
Habit training is a type of bladder training.
51. During which stage of pressure ulcer development does the ulcer extend into the
subcutaneous tissue?
Stage III
Clinically, a deep crater with or without undermining of adjacent tissues is noted.
A stage IV pressure ulcer extends into the underlying structure, including the muscle and
possibly the bone.
A stage II ulcer exhibits a break in the skin through the epidermis or dermis.
A stage I pressure ulcer is an area of nonblanchable erythema, tissue swelling, and congestion,
and the patient complains of discomfort.
52. During which stage of pressure ulcer development does the ulcer extend into the underlying
structures, including the muscle and possibly the bone?
Stage IV
A stage IV pressure ulcer extends into the underlying structure, including the muscle and
possibly the bone.
A stage III ulcer extends into the subcutaneous tissue.

A stage II ulcer exhibits a break in the skin through the epidermis or dermis.
A stage I pressure ulcer is an area of nonblanchable erythema, tissue swelling, and congestion,
and the patient complains of discomfort.
53. Which type of incontinence is associated with weakened perineal muscles that permit leakage
of urine when intra-abdominal pressure is increased?
Stress incontinence
Stress incontinence may occur with coughing or sneezing.
Urge incontinence is involuntary elimination of urine associated with a strong perceived need to
void.
Neurogenic incontinence is associated with a spinal cord lesion.
Functional incontinence refers to incontinence in patients with intact urinary physiology who
experience mobility impairment, environmental barriers, or cognitive problems.
54.Ageism refers to
Bias against older people based solely on chronological age

Individuals demonstrating ageism base their beliefs and attitudes about older people based upon
chronological age without consideration of functional capacity.
Fear of aging and the inability of many to confront their own aging process may trigger ageist
beliefs.
Age-related loss of memory occurs more with short-term and recent memory.
Benign senescent forgetfulness refers to the age-related loss of memory in the absence of a
pathologic process.
55. When assessing the older adult, the nurse anticipates increase in which of the follow
components of respiratory status?
Residual lung volume

As a result, patient experience fatigue and breathlessness with sustained activity.
The nurse anticipates decreased vital capacity.

The nurse anticipates decreased gas exchange and diffusing capacity resulting in impaired
healing of tissues due to decreased oxygenation.
The nurse anticipates difficulty coughing up secretions due to decreased cough efficiency.
56. According to the classification of hypertension diagnosed in the older adult, hypertension that
can be attributed to an underlying cause is termed
secondary.
Secondary hypertension may be caused by a tumor of the adrenal gland (e.g.,
pheochromacytoma).
Primary hypertension has no known underlying cause.

Essential hypertension has no known underlying cause.
Isolated systolic hypertension is demonstrated by readings in which the systolic pressure exceeds
140 mm Hg and the diastolic measurement is normal or near normal (less than 90 mm Hg).
57. Which of the following terms refers to the decrease in lens flexibility that occurs with age,
resulting in the near point of focus getting farther away?
Presbyopia
Presbyopia usually begins in the fifth decade of life, when reading glasses are required to
magnify objects.
Presbycusis refers to age-related hearing loss.

Cataract is the development of opacity of the lens of the eye.
Glaucoma is a disease characterized by increased intraocular pressure.
58. Which of the following states is characterized by a decline in intellectual functioning?
Dementia
Dementia is an acquired syndrome in which progressive deterioration in global intellectual
abilities is of such severity that it interferes with the person's customary occupational and social
performance.
Depression is a mood disorder that disrupts quality of life.

Delirium is often called acute confusional state.
Delusion is a symptom of psychoses.
59. When a person who has been taking opioids becomes less sensitive to their analgesic
properties, that person is said to have developed a (an)
tolerance.
Tolerance is characterized by the need for increasing dose requirements to maintain the same
level of pain relief.
Addiction refers to a behavioral pattern of substance use characterized by a compulsion to take

the drug primarily to experience its psychic effects.
Dependence occurs when a patient who has been taking opioids experiences a withdrawal
syndrome when the opioids are discontinued.
Balanced analgesia occurs when the patient is using more than one form of analgesia
concurrently to obtain more pain relief with fewer side effects.
60. Prostaglandins are chemical substances thought to
increase sensitivity of pain receptors.

Prostaglandins are believed to increase sensitivity to pain receptors by enhancing the pain-
provoking effect of bradykinin.
Endorphins and enkephalins reduce or inhibit transmission or perception of pain.
Morphine and other opioid medications inhibit the transmission of noxious stimuli by mimicking
enkephalin and endorphin.
61. Which of the following principles or guidelines accurately informs the nurse regarding
placebos?
Placebos should never be used to test the person's truthfulness about pain.
Perception of pain is highly individualized.
A placebo effect is a true physiologic response.

A placebo should never be used as a first line of treatment.
Reduction in pain as a response to placebo should never be interpreted as an indication that the
person's pain is not real.
62. Regarding tolerance and addiction, the nurse understands that
although patients may need increasing levels of opioids, they are not addicted.
Physical tolerance usually occurs in the absence of addiction.
Tolerance to opioids is common.

Addiction to opioids is rare.
Addiction is rare and should never be the primary concern for a patient in pain.
63. The preferred route of administration of medication in the most acute care situations is which
of the following routes?
Intravenous
The IV route is the preferred parenteral route in most acute care situations because it is much
more comfortable for the patient, and peak serum levels and pain relief occur more rapidly and
reliably.
Epidural administration is used to control postoperative and chronic pain.

Subcutaneous administration results in slow absorption of medication.
Intramuscular administration of medication is absorbed more slowly than intravenously
administered medication.
64. Mu opioids have which of the following effects on respiratory rate:
Stimulation, then depression

Mu opioids also cause bradycardia, hypothermia, and constipation.
Kappa opioids result in no change in respiratory rate.
Delta opioids result in stimulation of respiratory rate.
Neither mu, nor kappa, nor delta opoids depress respiratory rate as its only effect upon
respiratory rate.
65. Which of the following electrolytes is a major cation in body fluid?
Potassium
Potassium is a major cation that affects cardiac muscle functioning.
66. Which of the following electrolytes is a major anion in body fluid?
Chloride
Chloride is a major anion found in extracellular fluid.
67. Oncotic pressure refers to
the osmotic pressure exerted by proteins.

Oncotic pressure is a pulling pressure exerted by proteins, such as albumin.
Osmolality refers to the number of dissolved particles contained in a unit of fluid.

Osmotic diuresis occurs when the urine output increases due to excretion of substances such as
glucose.
Osmotic pressure is the amount of pressure needed to stop the flow of water by osmosis.
68. Which of the following solutions is hypotonic?
0.45% NaCl.
Half-strength saline is hypotonic
Lactated Ringer's is isotonic.

Normal saline (0.9% NaCl) is isotonic.
A solution that is 5% NaCl is hypertonic.
69. The normal serum value for potassium is
3.5-5.5 mEq/L.
Serum potassium must be within normal limits to prevent cardiac dysrhythmias.
Normal serum sodium is 135-145 mEq/L.
Normal serum chloride is 96-106 mEq/L.
Normal total serum calcium is 8.5-10.5mg/dL.
70. In which type of shock does the patient experiences a mismatch of blood flow to the cells?
Distributive
Distributive or vasogenic shock results from displacement of blood volume, creating a relative
hypovolemia.
Cardiogenic shock results from the failure of a heart as a pump.

In hypovolemic shock, there is a decrease in the intravascular volume.
In septic shock, overwhelming infection results in a relative hypovolemia.
71. Which stage of shock is best described as that stage when the mechanisms that regulate blood
pressure fail to sustain a systolic pressure above 90 mm Hg?
Progressive
In the progressive stage of shock, the mechanisms that regulate blood pressure can no longer
compensate, and the mean arterial pressure falls below normal limits.
The refractory or irreversible stage of shock represents the point at which organ damage is so
severe that the patient does not respond to treatment and cannot survive.
In the compensatory state, the patient's blood pressure remains within normal limits due to
vasoconstriction, increased heart rate, and increased contractility of the heart.
The refractory or irreversible stage of shock represents the point at which organ damage is so
severe that the patient does not respond to treatment and cannot survive.
72. When the nurse observes that the patient's systolic blood pressure is less than 80--90 mm Hg,
respirations are rapid and shallow, heart rate is over 150 beats per minute, and urine output is less
than 30 cc per hour, the nurse recognizes that the patient is demonstrating which stage of shock?
Compensatory
In compensatory shock, the patient's blood pressure is normal, respirations are above 20, and
heart rate is above 100 but below 150.
In progressive shock, the patient's skin appears mottled and mentation demonstrates lethargy.
In refractory or irreversible shock, the patient requires complete mechanical and pharmacologic
support.
In refractory or irreversible shock, the patient requires complete mechanical and pharmacologic
support.
73. Which of the following vasoactive drugs used in treating shock results in reduced preload
and afterload, reducing oxygen demand of the heart?
Nitroprusside (Nipride)
A disadvantage of nitroprusside is that it causes hypotension.
Dopamine improves contractility, increases stroke volume, and increases cardiac output.
Epinephrine improves contractility, increases stroke volume, and increases cardiac output.
Methoxamine increases blood pressure by vasoconstriction.
74. The nurse anticipates that the immunosuppressed patient is at greatest risk for which type of
shock?
Septic
Septic shock is associated with immunosuppression, extremes of age, malnourishment, chronic
illness, and invasive procedures.
Neurogenic shock is associated with spinal cord injury and anesthesia.

Cardiogenic shock is associated with disease of the heart.
Anaphylactic shock is associated with hypersensitivity reactions.
75. Which of the following colloids is expensive but rapidly expands plasma volume?
Albumin
Albumin is a colloid that requires human donors, is limited in supply, and can cause congestive
heart failure.
Dextran is a colloid, synthetic plasma expander that interferes with platelet aggregation and is
not recommended for hemorrhagic shock.
Lactated ringers is a crystalloid, not a colloid.
Hypertonic saline is a crystalloid, not a colloid.
76. Which of the following terms refers to cells that lack normal cellular characteristics and
differ in shape and organization with respect to their cells of origin?
Anaplasia
Usually, anaplastic cells are malignant.
Neoplasia refers to uncontrolled cell growth that follows no physiologic demand.
Dysplasia refers to bizarre cell growth resulting in cells that differ in size, shape, or arrangement
from other cells of the same type of tissue.
Hyperplasia refers to an increase in the number of cells of a tissue, most often associated with a
period of rapid body growth.
77. Palliation refers to
relief of symptoms associated with cancer.

Palliation is the goal for care in terminal cancer patients.
Alopecia is the term that refers to hair loss.

Metastasis is the term that refers to the spread of cancer cells from the primary tumor to distant
sites.
Nadir is the term that refers to the lowest point of white blood cell depression after therapy that
has toxic effects on the bone marrow.
78. During which step of cellular carcinogenesis do cellular changes exhibit increased malignant
behavior?
Progression
During this third step, cells show a propensity to invade adjacent tissues and metastasize.
During promotion, repeated exposure to promoting agents causes the expression of abnormal
genetic information even after long latency periods.
During this first step, initiators such as chemicals, physical factors, and biologic agents escape
normal enzymatic mechanisms and alter the genetic structure of cellular DNA.
No stage of cellular carcinogenesis is termed prolongation.
79. The drug, Interleukin-2, is an example of which type of biologic response modifier?
Cytokine
Other cytokines include interferon alfa and filgrastim.
Monoclonal antibodies include rituximab, trastuzumab, and gemtuzumab.

Retinoic acid is an example of a retinoid.
Antimetabolites are cell cycle-specific antineoplastic agents.
80. Of the following terms, which is used to refer to the period of time during which mourning a
loss takes place?
Bereavement
Bereavement is the period of time during which mourning a loss takes place.
Grief is the personal feelings that accompany an anticipated or actual loss

Mourning is the individual, family, group and cultural expressions of grief and associated
behaviors
Hospice is a coordinated program of interdisciplinary care and services provided primarily in the
home to terminally ill patients and their families.
81. Which of the following "awareness contexts" is characterized by the patient, the family, and
the health care professionals being aware that the patient is dying but all pretend otherwise?
Mutual pretense awareness

In mutual pretense awareness, the patient, the family and the health care professionals are aware
that the patient is dying but all pretend otherwise.
In closed awareness, the patient is unaware of his terminality in a context where others are
aware.
In suspected awareness, the patient suspects what others know and attempts to find it out.
In open awareness, all are aware that the patient is dying and are able to openly acknowledge that
reality.
82. For individuals known to be dying by virtue of age and/or diagnoses, which of the following
signs indicate approaching death:
Increased restlessness
As the oxygen supply to the brain decreases, the patient may become restless.
As the body weakens, the patient will sleep more and begin to detach from the environment.
For many patients, refusal of food is an indication that they are ready to die.
Based upon decreased intake, urinary output generally decreases in amount and frequency.
83. Which of the following terms best describes a living will?
Medical directive
The living will is a type of advance medical directive in which the individual of sound mind
documents treatment preferences.
A proxy directive is the appointment and authorization of another individual to make medical
decisions on behalf of the person who created an advance directive when he/she is no loner able
to speak for him/herself.
Health care power of attorney is a legal document that enables the signer to designate another
individual to make health care decisions on his/her behalf when he/she is unable to do so.
A durable power of attorney for health care is a legal document that enables the signer to
designate another individual to make health care decisions on his/her behalf when he/she is
unable to do so.
84. A malignant tumor
gains access to the blood and lymphatic channels.

By this mechanism, the tumor metastasizes to other areas of the body.
Cells of malignant tumors are undifferentiated.

Malignant tumors demonstrate variable rate of growth; however, the more anaplastic the tumor,
the faster its growth.
A malignant tumor grows at the periphery and sends out processes that infiltrate and destroy
surrounding tissues.
85. Which of the following classes of antineoplastic agents is cell--cycle-specific?
Antimetabolites (5-FU)
Antimetabolites are cell--cycle-specific (S phase).
Antitumor antibiotics are cell-cycle nonspecific.

Alkylating agents are cell-cycle nonspecific.
Nitrosureas are cell-cycle nonspecific.
86. Regarding the surgical patient, which of the following terms refers to the period of time that
constitutes the surgical experience?
Perioperative phase
Perioperative period includes the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases.
Preoperative phase is the period of time from when the decision for surgical intervention is made
to when the patient is transferred to the operating room table.
Intraoperataive phase is the period of time from when the patient is transferred to the operating
room table to when he or she is admitted to the postanesthesia care unit.
Postoperative phase is the period of time that begins with the admission of the patient to the
postanesthesia care unit and ends after a follow-up evaluation in the clinical setting or home.
87. When the indication for surgery is without delay, the nurse recognizes that the surgery will be
classified as
emergency.
Emergency surgery means that the patient requires immediate attention and the disorder may be
life-threatening.
Urgent surgery means that the patient requires prompt attention within 24-30 hours.
Required surgery means that the patient needs to have surgery, and it should be planned within a
few weeks or months.
Elective surgery means that there is an indication for surgery, but failure to have surgery will not
be catastrophic.
88. When a person with a history of chronic alcoholism is admitted to the hospital for surgery,
the nurse anticipates that the patient may show signs of alcohol withdrawal delirium during
which time period?
Up to 72 hours after alcohol withdrawal

Alcohol withdrawal delirium is associated with a significant mortality rate when it occurs
postoperatively.
Onset of symptoms depends upon time of last consumption of alcohol.

Twenty-four hours is too short a time frame to consider alcohol withdrawal delirium no longer a
threat to a chronic alcoholic.
89. Which of the following categories of medications may result in seizure activity if withdrawn
suddenly?
Tranquilizers
Abrupt withdrawal of tranquilizers may result in anxiety, tension, and even seizures if withdrawn
suddenly.
Abrupt withdrawal of steroids may precipitate cardiovascular collapse.

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors increase the hypotensive effects of anesthetics.
Thiazide diuretics may cause excessive respiratory depression during anesthesia due to an
associated electrolyte imbalance.
90. When the patient is encouraged to concentrate on a pleasant experience or restful scene, the
cognitive coping strategy being employed by the nurse is
imagery.
Imagery has proven effective for oncology patients.
Optimistic self-recitation is practiced when the patient is encouraged to recite optimistic thoughts
such as “I know all will go well.”
Distraction is employed when the patient is encouraged to think of an enjoyable story or recite a
favorite poem.
Progressive muscular relaxation requires contracting and relaxing muscle groups and is a
physical coping strategy as opposed to cognitive.
91. According to the American Society of Anesthesiology Physical Status Classification System,
a patient with severe systemic disease that is not incapacitating is noted to have physical status
classification
P3
Classification P3 patients are those who have compensated heart failure, cirrhosis, or poorly
controlled diabetes, for example.
Classification P4 patients have an incapacitating systemic disease that is a constant threat to life.
Classification P1 refers to a normal healthy patient
Classification P2 reflects a patient with mild systemic disease
92. Which stage of anesthesia is termed surgical anesthesia?
III
With proper administration of the anesthetic, this stage may be maintained for hours.
Stage I is beginning anesthesia, as the patient breathes in the anesthetic mixture and experiences
warmth, dizziness, and a feeling of detachment.
Stage II is the excitement stage, which may be characterized by struggling, singing, laughing, or
crying.
Stage IV is a stage of medullary depression and is reached when too much anesthesia has been
administered.
93. Fentanyl (Sublimaze) is categorized as which type of intravenous anesthetic agent?
Neuroleptanalgesic
Fentanyl is 75-100 times more potent than morphine and has about 25% of the duration of
morphine (IV).
Examples of tranquilizers include midazolam (Versed) and diazepam (Valium).

Opioids include morphine and meperidine hydrochloride (Demerol).
Ketamine is a dissociative agent.
94 Which of the following manifestations is often the earliest sign of malignant hyperthermia?
Tachycardia (heart rate above 150 beats per minute)
Tachycardia is often the earliest sign of malignant hyperthermia.
Hypotension is a later sign of malignant hyperthermia.

The rise in temperature is actually a late sign that develops rapidly.
Scant urinary output is a later sign of malignant hyperthermia.
95. Which of the following terms is used to refer to protrusion of abdominal organs through the
surgical incision?
Evisceration
Evisceration is a surgical emergency.
A hernia is a weakness in the abdominal wall.

Dehiscence refers to partial or complete separation of wound edges.
Erythema refers to redness of tissue.
96. When the method of wound healing is one in which wound edges are not surgically
approximated and integumentary continuity is restored by granulations, the wound healing is
termed
second intention healing.

When wounds dehisce, they will be allowed to heal by secondary intention.
Primary or first intention healing is the method of healing in which wound edges are surgically
approximated and integumentary continuity is restored without granulating.
Primary or first intention healing is the method of healing in which wound edges are surgically
approximated and integumentary continuity is restored without granulating.
Third intention healing is a method of healing in which surgical approximation of wound edges
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129. Central venous pressure is measured in which of the following heart chambers?
Right atrium
The pressure in the right atrium is used to assess right ventricular function and venous blood
return to the heart.
The left atrium receives oxygenated blood from the pulmonary circulation.
The left ventricle receives oxygenated blood from the left atrium.
The right ventricle is not the central collecting chamber of venous circulation.
130. Which of the following ECG characteristics is usually seen when a patient's serum
potassium level is low?
U wave
The U wave is an ECG waveform characteristic that may reflect Purkinje fiber repolarization. It
is usually seen when a patient's serum potassium level is low.
The T wave is an ECG characteristic reflecting repolarization of the ventricles. It may become
tall or "peaked" if a patient's serum potassium level is high.
The P wave is an ECG characteristic reflecting conduction of an electrical impulse through the
atria.
The QT interval is an ECG characteristic reflecting the time from ventricular depolarization to
repolarization.
131. Which of the following ECG waveforms characterizes conduction of an electrical impulse
through the left ventricle?
QRS complex
The QRS complex represents ventricular depolarization
The P wave is an ECG characteristic reflecting conduction of an electrical impulse through the
atria.
The PR interval is a component of an ECG tracing reflecting conduction of an electrical impulse
through the AV node.
The QT interval is an ECG characteristic reflecting the time from ventricular depolarization to
repolarization.
132. When the nurse observes that the patient's heart rate increases during inspiration and
decreases during expiration, the nurse reports that the patient is demonstrating
sinus dysrhythmia.
Sinus dysrhythmia occurs when the sinus node creates an impulse at an irregular rhythm.
Normal sinus rhythm occurs when the electrical impulse starts at a regular rate and rhythm in the
SA node and travels through the normal conduction pathway.
Sinus bradycardia occurs when the sinus node regularly creates an impulse at a slower-than-
normal rate.
Sinus tachycardia occurs when the sinus node regularly creates an impulse at a faster-than-
normal rate.
133. Which of the following terms is used to describe a tachycardia characterized by abrupt
onset, abrupt cessation, and a QRS of normal duration?
Paroxysmal atrial tachycardia

PAT is often caused by a conduction problem in the AV node and is now called AV nodal reentry
tachycardia.
Sinus tachycardia occurs when the sinus node regularly creates an impulse at a faster-than-
normal rate.
Atrial flutter occurs in the atrium and creates an atrial rate between 250-400 times per minute.
Atrial fibrillation causes a rapid, disorganized, and uncoordinated twitching of atrial
musculature.
134. When the nurse observes an ECG tracing on a cardiac monitor with a pattern in lead II and
observes a bizarre, abnormal shape to the QRS complex, the nurse has likely observed which of
the following ventricular dysrhythmias?
Premature ventricular contraction

A PVC is an impulse that starts in a ventricle before the next normal sinus impulse.
Ventricular bigeminy is a rhythm in which every other complex is a PVC.

Ventricular tachycardia is defined as three or more PVCs in a row, occurring at a rate exceeding
100 beats per minute.
Ventricular fibrillation is a rapid but disorganized ventricular rhythm that causes ineffective
quivering of the ventricles.
135. Premature ventricular contractions are considered precursors of ventricular tachycardia
when they
occur at a rate of more than six per minute.

When PVCs occur at a rate of more than six per minute they indicate increasing ventricular
irritability and are considered forerunners of ventricular tachycardia (VT).
PVCs are dangerous when they occur on the T wave.

PVCs are dangerous when they are multifocal (have different shapes).
PVC that is paired with a normal beat is termed bigeminy.
136. When no atrial impulse is conducted through the AV node into the ventricles, the patient is
said to be experiencing which type of AV block?
Third degree
In third degree heart block, two impulses stimulate the heart—one stimulates the ventricles and
one stimulates the atria.
In first degree heart block, all the atrial impulses are conducted through the AV node into the
ventricles at a rate slower than normal.
In second degree AV block, type I, all but one of the atrial impulses are conducted through the
AV node into the ventricles.
In second degree AV block, type II, only some of the atrial impulses are conducted through the
AV node into the ventricles.
137. Which of the following terms refers to chest pain brought on by physical or emotional stress
and relieved by rest or medication?
angina pectoris
Angina pectoris is a symptom of myocardial ischemia.
Atherosclerosis is an abnormal accumulation of lipid deposits and fibrous tissue within arterial
walls and lumens.
Atheromas are fibrous caps composed of smooth muscle cells that form over lipid deposits
within arterial vessels.
Ischemia is insufficient tissue oxygenation and may occur in any part of the body.
138. Of the following risk factors, which is considered modifiable?
Diabetes mellitus
While diabetes mellitus cannot be cured, blood sugars and symptomatology can be managed
through healthy heart living.
Gender is considered a non-modifiable risk factor.
Race is considered a non-modifiable risk factor.
Increasing age is considered a non-modifiable risk factor.
139. When the patient with known angina pectoris complains that he is experiencing chest pain
more frequently even at rest, the period of pain is longer, and it takes less stress for the pain to
occur, the nurse recognizes that the patient is describing
unstable angina.
Unstable angina is also called crescendo or pre-infarction angina and indicates the need for a
change in treatment.
Intractable or refractory angina produces severe, incapacitating chest pain that does not respond
to conventional treatment.
Variant angina is described as pain at rest with reversible ST-segment elevation and is thought to
be caused by coronary artery vasospasm.
Intractable or refractory angina produces severe, incapacitating chest pain that does not respond
to conventional treatment.
140. Heparin therapy is usually considered therapeutic when the patient's activated partial
thromboplasin time (aPTT) is how many times normal?
1.5 to 2
The amount of heparin administered is based on aPTT results, which should be obtained in
follow-up to any alteration of dosage.
The patient's aPTT value would have to be greater than .5 to 1 times normal to be considered
therapeutic.
An aPTT value that is 2.5 to 3 times normal would be too high to be considered therapeutic.
The patient's aPTT value would have to be greater than .25 to .75 times normal to be considered
therapeutic.
141. When the post-cardiac surgery patient demonstrates restlessness, nausea, weakness, and
peaked T waves, the nurse reviews the patient's serum electrolytes anticipating which
abnormality?
Hyperkalemia
Hyperkalemia is indicated by mental confusion, restlessness, nausea, weakness, and
dysrhythmias (tall, peaked T waves).
Hypercalcemia would likely be demonstrated by asystole.

Hypomagenesemia would likely be demonstrated by hypotension, lethargy, and vasodilation.
Hyponatremia would likely be indicated by weakness, fatigue, and confusion without change in
T wave formation.
142. In order to be effective, Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA) must be

performed within what time frame, beginning with arrival at the emergency department after
diagnosis of myocardial infarction?
60 minutes
The sixty minute interval is known as "door to balloon time" for performance of PTCA on a
diagnosed MI patient.
The thirty minute interval is known as "door to needle" time for administration of thrombolytics
post MI.
The time frame of nine (9) days refers to the time for onset of vasculitis after administration of
Streptokinase for thrombolysis in an acute MI patient.
The six to twelve month time frame refers to the time period during which streptokinase will not
be used again in the same patient for acute MI.
143. Which of the following statements reflect a goal of rehabilitation for the patient with an MI:
To improve the quality of life

Overall, cardiac rehabilitation is a complete program dedicated to extending and improving
quality of life.
An immediate objective of rehabilitation of the MI patient is to limit the effects and progression
of atherosclerosis.
An immediate objective of rehabilitation of the MI patient is to return the patient to work and a
pre-illness lifestyle.
An immediate objective of rehabilitation of the MI patient is to prevent another cardiac event.
144. Which of the following methods to induce hemostasis after sheath removal post
Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty is the least effective?
Application of a sandbag to the area

Several nursing interventions frequently used as part of the standard of care, such as applying a
sandbag to the sheath insertion site, have not been shown to be effective in reducing the
incidence of bleeding.
Application of a vascular closure device has been demonstrated to be very effective.

Direct manual pressure to the sheath introduction site has been demonstrated to be effective and
was the first method used to induce hemostasis post PTCA.
Application of a pneumatic compression device post PTCA has been demonstrated to be
effective.
145. A long-term effect of which of the following procedures post acute MI induces
angioneogenesis?
Transmyocardial laser revascularization

TNR procedures usually involves making 20 to 40 channels in ventricular muscle. It is thought
that some blood flows into the channels, decreasing the ischemia directly. Within the next few
days to months, the channels close as a result of the body’s inflammatory process of healing a
wound and new blood vessels form as a result of the inflammatory process.
Brachytherapy involves the delivery of gamma or beta radiation by placing a radioisotope close
to the lesion and has been shown to be effective in reducing the recurrence of obstruction,
preventing vessell restenosis by inhibiting smooth muscle cell proliferation.
Atherectomy is an invasive interventional procedure that involves the removal of the atheroma,
or plaque, from a coronary artery.
A stent is a woven stainless-steel mesh that provides structural support to a vessel at risk of acute
closure. Eventually, endothelium covers the stent and it is incorporated into the vessel wall.
Because of the risk of thrombus formation in the stent, the patient receives antiplatelet
medications (e.g., clopidigrel [Plavix]) therapy for 2 weeks and lifetime use of aspirin).
146. Which of the following medications are used to reverse the effects of heparin?
Protamine sulfate
Protamine sulfate is known as the antagonist to heparin.
Streptokinase is a thrombolytic agent.

Clopidigrel (Plavix) is an antiplatelet medication that is given to reduce the risk of thrombus
formation post coronary stent placement.
The antiplatelet effect of aspirin does not reverse the effects of heparin.
147. Which of the following terms refers to leg pain that is brought on walking and caused by
arterial insufficiency?
Intermittent claudication
Intermittent claudication is leg pain that is brought on by exercise and relieved by rest.
Dyspnea is the patient's subjective statement of difficulty breathing.

Orthopnea is the inability of the patient to breathe except in the upright (sitting) position.
Thomroangitis obliterans is a peripheral vascular disease also known as Burger's disease.
148. When the post-cardiac surgical patient demonstrates vasodilation, hypotension,

hyporeflexia, slow gastrointestinal motility (hypoactive bowel sounds), lethargy, and respiratory
depression, the nurse suspects which of the following electrolyte imbalances?
Hypermagnesemia
Untreated hypomagnesemia may result in coma, apnea, cardiac arrest.
Signs and symptoms of hypokalemia include signs of digitalis toxicity and dysrhythmias (U
wave, AV block, flat or inverted T waves).
Signs of hyperkalemia include: mental confusion, restlessness, nausea, weakness, paresthesias of
extremities, dysrhythmias (tall, peaked T waves; increased amplitude, widening QRS complex;
prolonged QT interval).
Signs and symptoms of hypomagnesemia include: paresthesias, carpopedal spasm, muscle
cramps, tetany, irritability, tremors, hyperexcitability, hyperreflexia, cardiac dysrhythmias
(prolonged PR and QT intervals, broad flat T waves), disorientation, depression, and
hypotension.
149. When the nurse notes that the post cardiac surgery patient demonstrates low urine output (<
25 ml/hr) with high specific gravity (> 1.025), the nurse suspects:
Inadequate fluid volume

Urine output of less than 25 ml/hr may indicate a decrease in cardiac output. A high specific
gravity indicates increased concentration of solutes in the urine which occurs with inadequate
fluid volume.
Indices of normal glomerular filtration are output of 25 ml or greater per hour and specific
gravity between 1.010 and 1.025.
Overhydration is manifested by high urine output with low specific gravity.
The anuric patient does not produce urine.
150. When the valve used in valve replacement surgery is made from the patient's own heart
valve, which of the following terms is used?
Autograft
An example of autograft is found when the surgeon excises the pulmonic valve and uses it for an
aortic valve replacement.
Allograft refers to replacement using human tissue and is a synonym for homograft.
Homograft refers to replacement using human tissue and is a synonym for allograft.
Xenograft refers to replacement of tissue from animal tissue.
151. Which of the following procedures most specifically describes splitting or separating fused
cardiac valve leaflets?
Commisurotomy
Commisurotomy is frequently used for mitral stenosis.
Annuloplasty refers to repair of a cardiac valve's outer ring.

Chordoplasty refers to repair of the chordae tendonae of atroventricular valve leaflets.
Valvuloplasty is a general term that refers to repair of a stenosed or regurgitant cardiac valve by
commisurotomy, annuloplasty, leaflet repair, and/or chordoplasty.
152. Which of the following mitral valve conditions generally produces no symptoms?
Prolapse
Mitral valve prolpase is a deformity that usually produces no symptoms and has been diagnosed
more frequently in recent years, probably as a result of improved diagnostic methods.
Mitral valve stenosis usually causes progressive fatigue.

Mitral valve regurgitation, in its acute stage, usually presents as severe heart failure.
Mitral valve infection, when acute, will produce symptoms typical of infective endocarditis.
153. In which type of cardiomyopathy does the heart muscle actually increase in size and mass
weight, especially along the septum?
Hypertrophic
Because of the structural changes, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy had also been called idiopathic
hypertrophic subaortic stenosis (IHSS) or asymmetric septal hypertrophy (ASH).
Because of the structural changes, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy had also been called idiopathic
hypertrophic subaortic stenosis (IHSS) or asymmetric septal hypertrophy (ASH).
Restrictive cardiomyopathy is characterized by diastolic dysfunction caused by rigid ventricular
walls that impair ventricular stretch and diastolic filling
Arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC) occurs when the myocardium of the
right ventricle is progressively infiltrated and replaced by fibrous scar and adipose tissue
154. Which of the following patient behaviors, if observed by the nurse, would indicate that the
cardiac patient's level of anxiety has decreased?
Answers questions regarding status with no problem.

Generally, when anxiety begins to increase, the patient will be less likely to want to discuss
prognosis.
Open discussion generally indicates some degree of comfort with prognosis.

Verbalization of fears and concerns indicates some degree of comfort with prognosis.
Participation in support groups indicates some degree of comfort with prognosis.
155. The patient with which of the follow characteristics is considered high risk for the
development of infective endocarditis?
The patient who has complex cyanotic congenital malformations is at high risk for the
development of infective endocarditis.
The patient with mitral valve prolapse with valvular regurgitation is at moderate risk for the
development of infective endocarditis.
The patient with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is at moderate risk for the development of
infective endocarditis.
The patient with acquired valvular dysfunction is at moderate risk for the development of
infective endocarditis.
156. Which of the following terms indicates the amount of blood pumped out of the ventricle
with each contraction of the heart?
Stroke volume
Stroke volume is the amount of blood pumped out (ejected) with each contraction of the heart
(heart beat). Stroke volume times heart rate equals cardiac output.
Afterload is the amount of resistance to ejection of blood from a ventricle.

Cardiac output is the amount of blood pumped out of the heart in one minute.
Preload is the pressure created by a volume of blood within a ventricle before contraction.
157. When the balloon on the distal tip of a pulmonary artery catheter is inflated and a pressure is
measured, the measurement obtained is referred to as the
pulmonary artery wedge pressure.

When the balloon is inflated, the tip of the catheter floats into smaller branches of the pulmonary
arty until it can no longer be passed and the pressure is recorded, reflecting left atrial pressure
and left ventricular end-diastolic pressure.
Central venous pressure is measured in the right atrium.

Pulmonary artery pressure is measured when the balloon tip is not inflated.
Cardiac output is determined through thermodilution involving injection of fluid into the
pulmonary artery catheter.
158. Which of the following medications is categorized as a loop diuretic?
Furosemide (Lasix)
Lasix is commonly used in the treatment of cardiac failure.
Chlorothiazide is categorized as a thiazide diuretic.

Chlorothalidone is categorized as a thiazide diuretic.
Spironolactone is categorized as a potassium-sparing diuretic.
Mannitol is categorized as osmotic diuretic
159. When the nurse observes that the patient always has difficulty breathing when lying flat, the
nurse records that the patient is demonstrating
Orthopnea
Patients with orthopnea prefer not to lie flat and will need to maintain their beds in a semi- to
high Fowler's position
Dyspnea on exertion refers to difficulty breathing with activity.

Hyperpnea refers to increased rate and depth of respiration.
Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea refers to orthopnea that occurs only at night.
160. The patient with cardiac failure is taught to report which of the following symptoms to the
physician or clinic immediately?
Persistent cough
Persistent cough may indicate an onset of left-heart failure.
Loss of appetite should be reported immediately.

Weight gain should be reported immediately.
Frequent urination, causing interruption of sleep, should be reported immediately.
161. A classic sign of cardiogenic shock is
Tissue hypoperfusion
Tissue hypoperfusion is manifested as cerebral hypoxia (restlessness, confusion, agitation).
Low blood pressure is a classic sign of cardiogenic shock.

Hypoactive bowel sounds are classic signs of cardiogenic shock.
Decreased urinary output is a classic sign of cardiogenic shock.
162. Vasoactive drugs which cause the arteries and veins to dilate, thereby shunting much of the
intravascular volume to the periphery and causing a reduction in preload and afterload include
agents such as
Sodium nitroprusside (Nipride)

Sodium nitroprusside is used in the treatment of cardiogenic shock.
Norepinephrine (Levophed) is a vasopressor that is used to promote perfusion to the heart and
brain.
Dopamine (Inotropin) tends to increase the workload of the heart by increasing oxygen demand;
thus, it is not administered early in the treatment of cardiogenic shock.
Furosemide (Lasix) is a loop diuretic that reduces intravascular fluid volume.
163. Which of the following terms refers to a muscular, cramp-like pain in the extremities
consistently reproduced with the same degree of exercise and relieved by rest?
Intermittent claudication
Intermittent claudication is a sign of peripheral arterial insufficiency.
An aneurysm is a localized sac of an artery wall formed at a weak point in the vessel.
A bruit is the sound produced by turbulent blood flow through an irregular, tortuous, stenotic, or
dilated vessel.
Ischemia is a term used to denote deficient blood supply.
164. Which of the following observations regarding ulcer formation on the patient's lower
extremity indicate to the nurse that the ulcer is a result of venous insufficiency?
The border of the ulcer is irregular.

The border of an ulcer caused by arterial insufficiency is circular.
Superficial venous insufficiency ulcers cause minimal pain.

The base of a venous insufficiency ulcer shows beefy red to yellow fibrinous color.
Venous insufficiency ulcers are usually superficial.
165. A diagnostic test that involves injection of a contrast media into the venous system through
a dorsal vein in the foot is termed
contrast phlebography.
When a thrombus exists, an x-ray image will disclose an unfilled segment of a vein.
Air plethysmography quantifies venous reflux and calf muscle pump ejection.
In lymphangiography, contrast media are injected into the lymph system.
In lymphoscintigraphy, a radioactive-labeled colloid is injected into the lymph system.
166. The nurse teaches the patient with peripheral vascular disease to refrain from smoking
because nicotine causes
vasospasm.
Nicotine causes vasospasm and can thereby dramatically reduce circulation to the extremities.
Nicotine has stimulant effects.

Nicotine does not suppress cough. Smoking irritates the bronchial tree, causing coughing.
Nicotine does not cause diuresis.
167. Which of the following types of aneurysms results in bleeding into the layers of the arterial
wall?
Dissecting
Dissection results from a rupture in the intimal layer, resulting in bleeding between the intimal
and medial layers of the arterial wall.
Saccular aneurysms collect blood in the weakened outpouching.

In a false aneurysm, the mass is actually a pulsating hematoma.
An anastomotic aneurysm occurs as a result of infection at arterial suture or graft sites.
168. Which of the following terms refers to enlarged, red, and tender lymph nodes?
Lymphadenitis
Acute lymphadenitis is demonstrated by enlarged, red and tender lymph nodes.
Lymphangitis is an acute inflammation of the lymphatic channels.

Lymphedema is demonstrated by swelling of tissues in the extremities because of an increased
quantity of lymph that results from an obstruction of lymphatic vessels.
Elephantiasis refers to a condition in which chronic swelling of the extremity recedes only
slightly with elevation.
169. Which of the following terms is given to hypertension in which the blood pressure, which is
controlled with therapy, becomes uncontrolled (abnormally high) with the discontinuation of
therapy?
Rebound
Rebound hypertension may precipitate a hypertensive crisis.
Essential or primary hypertension denotes high blood pressure from an unidentified source.
Secondary hypertension denotes high blood pressure from an identified cause, such as renal
disease.
170. Officially, hypertension is diagnosed when the patient demonstrates a systolic blood
pressure greater than ______ mm Hg and a diastolic blood pressure greater than _____ mm Hg
over a sustained period.
140, 90
According to the categories of blood pressure levels established by the JNC VI, stage 1
hypertension is demonstrated by a systolic pressure of 140--159 or a diastolic pressure of 90--99.
Pressure of 130 systolic and 80 diastolic falls within the normal range for an adult.
171. The nurse teaches the patient which of the following guidelines regarding lifestyle
modifications for hypertension?
Maintain adequate dietary intake of potassium

In general, one serving of a potassium-rich food such as banana, kale, broccoli, or orange juice
will meet the daily need for potassium.
The patient should be guided to stop smoking.

The general guideline is to advise the patient to increase aerobic activity to 30 to 45 minutes
most days of the week.
In general, alcohol intake should be limited to no more than 1 oz of ethanol per day.
172. Of the following diuretic medications, which conserves potassium?
Spironolactone (Aldactone)
Aldactone is known as a potassium-sparing diuretic.
Lasix causes loss of potassium from the body.

Diuril causes mild hypokalemia.
Hygroton causes mild hypokalemia.
173. Which of the following adrenergic inhibitors acts directly on the blood vessels, producing
vasodilation?
Prazosin hydrochloride (Minipress)

Minipress is a peripheral vasodilator acting directly on the blood vessel. It is not used in angina
and coronary artery disease, however, because it induces tachycardia if not preceded by
administration of propranolol and a diuretic.
Reserpine (Serpasil) impairs synthesis and reuptake of norepinephrine.

Propranolol (Inderal) blocks the beta-adrenergic receptors of the sympathetic nervous system,
especially the sympathetics to the heart, producing a slower heart reate and lowered blood
pressure.
Clonidine hydrochloride (Catapres) acts through the central nervous system, apparently through
centrally mediated alpha-adrenergic stimulation in the brain, producing blood pressure reduction.
174. Which of the following terms refers to an abnormal decrease in white blood cells, red blood
cells, and platelets?
Pancytopenia
Pancytopenia may be congenital or acquired.
Anemia refers to decreased red cell mass.

Leukopenia refers to a less-than-normal amount of WBCs in circulation.
Thrombocytopenia refers to a lower-than-normal platelet count.
175. Which of the following terms refers to a form of white blood cell involved in immune
response?
Lymphocyte
Both B and T lymphocytes respond to exposure to antigens.
Granulocytes include basophils, neutrophils, and eosinophils.

A spherocyte is a red blood cell without central pallor, seen with hemolysis.
A thombocyte is a platelet.
176. The term that is used to refer to a primitive cell, capable of self-replication and
differentiation, is
stem cell.
Stem cells may differentiate into myeloid or lymphoid stem cells.
A band cell is a slightly immature neutrophil.

A spherocyte is a red blood cell without central pallor.
A reticulocyte is a slightly immature red blood cell.
177. Of the following hemolytic anemias, which is categorized as inherited?
Sickle cell anemia

Glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency is an inherited abnormality resulting in
hemolytic anemia.
Autoimmune hemolytic anemia is an acquired anemia.

Cold agglutinin disease is an acquired anemia.
Hypersplenism results in an acquired hemolytic anemia.
178. The antidote to heparin is
protamine sulfate.
Protamine sulfate, in the appropriate dosage, acts quickly to reverse the effects of heparin.
Vitamin K is the antidote to warfarin (Coumadin).

Narcan is the drug used to reverse signs and symptoms of medication-induced narcosis.
Ipecac is an emetic used to treat some poisonings.
179. Which of the following terms describes a gastric secretion that combines with vitamin B-12
so that it can be absorbed?
Intrinsic factor
Lack of intrinsic factor is a common finding in the aged patient.
Amylase is an enzyme that aids in the digestion of starch.

Pepsin is a gastric enzyme important in protein digestion.
Trypsin is an enzyme that aids in the digestion of protein.
180. When bowel sounds are heard about every 15 seconds, the nurse would record that the
bowel sounds are
normal.
Normal bowel sounds are heard every 5-20 seconds.
Hypoactive bowel sounds is the description given to auscultation of one to two bowel sounds in
2 minutes.
Sluggish is not a term a nurse would use to accurately describe bowel sounds.
The nurse records that bowel sounds are absent when no sound is heard in 3-5 minutes.
181. When gastric analysis testing reveals excess secretion of gastric acid, which of the
following diagnoses is supported?
Duodenal ulcer
Patients with duodenal ulcers usually secrete an excess amount of hydrochloric acid.
Patients with chronic atrophic gastritis secrete little or no acid.

Patients with gastric cancer secrete little or no acid.
Patients with pernicious anemia secrete no acid under basal conditions or after stimulation.
182. Which of the following terms is used to describe stone formation in a salivary gland, usually
the submandibular gland?
Sialolithiasis
Salivary stones are formed mainly from calcium phosphate.
Parotitis refers to inflammation of the parotid gland.

Sialadenitis refers to inflammation of the salivary glands.
Stomatitis refers to inflammation of the oral mucosa.
183. Irritation of the lips associated with scaling, crust formation, and fissures is termed
leukoplakia.
Leukoplakia is characterized by white patches, usually on the buccal mucosa.
Lichen planus refers to white papules at the intersection of a network of interlacing lesions.
Actinic cheilitis is the result of cumulative exposure to sun.
A chancre is demonstrated as a reddened circumscribed lesion that ulcerates and becomes crusted
and is a primary lesion of syphilis.
184. Regarding oral cancer, the nurse provides health teaching to inform the patient that
many oral cancers produce no symptoms in the early stages.

As the cancer progresses, the patient may complain of tenderness or difficulty in chewing,
swallowing, or speaking.
The most frequent symptom of oral cancer is a painless sore that will not heal.
Biopsy is used to diagnose oral cancer.
A typical lesion in oral cancer is a painless hardened ulcer with raised edges.
185. The most common symptom of esophageal disease is
dysphagia.
This symptom may vary from an uncomfortable feeling that a bolus of food is caught in the
upper esophagus to acute pain on swallowing.
Nausea is the most common symptom of gastrointestinal problems in general.

Vomiting is a nonspecific symptom that may have a variety of causes.
Odynophagia refers specifically to acute pain on swallowing.
186. Halitosis and a sour taste in the mouth are signs and symptoms associated most directly
with
esophageal diverticula.
Because the diverticula may retain decomposed food, halitosis and a sour taste in the mouth are
frequent complaints.
Achalasia presents as difficulty in swallowing both liquids and solids.

Gastroesophageal reflux presents as burning in the esophagus, indigestion, and difficulty in or
pain upon swallowing.
Hiatal hernia presents as heartburn, regurgitation, and dysphagia in many patients while at least
50% are asymptomatic.
187. Which of the following terms refers to the symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease
(GERD) which is characterized by a burning sensation in the esophagus?
Pyrosis
Pyrosis refers to a burning sensation in the esophagus and indicates GERD.
Indigestion is termed dyspepsia.
188. The nurse teaches the patient with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) which of the
following measures to manage his disease?
Avoid eating or drinking 2 hours before bedtime.

The patient should not recline with a full stomach.
The patient should be instructed to avoid the listed foods and food components.
The patient should be instructed to elevate the head of the bed on 6- to 8-inch blocks.
The patient is instructed to eat a low-fat diet
189. Which of the following statements accurately describes cancer of the esophagus?
Chronic irritation of the esophagus is a known risk factor.

In the United States, cancer of the esophagus has been associated with the ingestion of alcohol
and the use of tobacco.
In the United States, carcinoma of the esophagus occurs more than three times as often in men as
in women.
It is seen more frequently in African Americans than in Caucasians.
It usually occurs in the fifth decade of life.
190. Which of the following venous access devices can be used for no more than 30 days in
patients requiring parenteral nutrition?
Non-tunneled catheter
The subclavian vein is the most common vessel used because the subclavian area provides a
stable insertion site to which the catheter can be anchored, allows the patient freedom of
movement, and provides easy access to the dressing site.
PICC lines may be used for intermediate terms (3-12 months).

Tunneled central catheters are for long-term use and may remain in place for many years.
Implanted ports are devices also used for long-term home IV therapy (eg, Port-A-Cath,
Mediport, Hickman Port, P.A.S. Port).
191. To ensure patency of central venous line ports, dilute heparin flushes are used in which of
the following situations?
Daily when not in use

Daily instillation of dilute heparin flush when a port is not in use will maintain the port.
Continuous infusion maintains the patency of each port. Heparin flushes are used after each
intermittent infusion.
Heparin flushes are used after blood drawing in order to prevent clotting of blood within the port.
Heparin flush of ports is not necessary if a line is to be discontinued.
192. For which of the following medications must the nurse contact the pharmacist in
consultation when the patient receives all oral medications by feeding tube?
Enteric-coated tablets
Enteric-coated tablets are meant to be digested in the intestinal tract and may be destroyed by
stomach acids. A change of form of medication is required by patients with tube feedings.
Simple compressed tablets may be crushed and dissolved in water for patient receiving oral
medications by feeding tube.
Buccal or sublingual tablets are absorbed by mucous membranes and may be given as intended
to the patient undergoing tube feedings.
The nurse may make an opening in the capsule and squeeze out contents for administration by
feeding tube.
193. Medium -length nasoenteric tubes are used for:
Feeding
Placement of the tube must be verified prior to any feeding.
A gastric sump and nasoenteric tube are used for gastrointestinal decompression.
Nasoenteric tubes are used for gastrointestinal aspiration.
Gastric sump tubes are used to decompress the stomach and keep it empty.
194. Mercury is typically used in the placement of which of the following tubes?
Miller-Abbott
Most nasoenteric tubes use mercury to carry the tube by gravity to its desired location.
A gastric sump is used to decompress and empty the stomach.

Dobbhoff tubes are used for enteric feeding.
Enteraflow tubes are used for enteric feeding
195.
The most significant nursing problem related to continuous tube feedings is
potential for aspiration

Because the normal swallowing mechanism is bypassed, consideration of the danger of
aspiration must be foremost in the mind of the nurse caring for the patient receiving continuous
tube feedings.
Tube feedings preserve GI integrity by intraluminal delivery of nutrients.
Tube feedings preserve the normal sequence of intestinal and hepatic metabolism.
Tube feedings maintain fat metabolism and lipoprotein synthesis.
196. When the nurse prepares to give a bolus tube feeding to the patient and determines that the
residual gastric content is 150 cc, her best action is to
reassess the residual gastric content in 1 hour.

If the gastric residual exceeds 100 cc 2 hours in a row, the physician should be notified.
One observation of a residual gastric content over 100 cc does not have to be reported to the
physician. If the observation occurs two times in succession, the physician should be notified.
If the amount of gastric residual exceeds 100 cc, the tube feeding should be withheld at that time.
If the amount of gastric residual exceeds 100 cc, the tube feeding should be withheld at that time,
but not indefinitely.
197. If tube feeding is continuous, the placement of the feeding tube should be checked
every shift.
Each nurse caring for the patient is responsible for verifying that the tube is located in the proper
area for continuous feeding.
Checking for placement each hour is unnecessary unless the patient is extremely restless or there
is basis for rechecking the tube based on other patient activities.
Checking for placement every 24 hours does not meet the standard of care due the patient
receiving continuous tube feedings.
Even though the feedings are continuous, the placement must be assessed.
198. Decrease in absorption of which of the following vitamins in the geriatric patient results in
pernicious anemia?
B12
Vitamin B12 requires the intrinsic factor secreted by the gastric mucosa for absorption.
Lack of vitamin C may cause development of signs and symptoms of scurvy.

Vitamin D deficiency results in an inability to absorb calcium.
Vitamin B6 affects neuromuscular function.
199. Which of the following terms refers to tarry, black stools?
Melena
Melena indicates blood in the stool.
Hemarthrosis is bleeding into a joint.

Hematemesis is vomiting blood.
Hemoptysis is coughing out of blood
200. Which of the following statements accurately reflects a rule of thumb upon which the nurse
may rely in assessing the patient's fluid balance?
Minimal intake of 1.5 liters per day

If food and fluids are withheld, IV fluids (3L/day) are usually prescribed.
Minimal urine output may be less than 50 mL/hr.

Minimal urine output must exceed 10 mL/hr.
Minimal intake, as a rule of thumb, is less than 2 liters per day.
201. The nurse recognizes that the patient with a duodenal ulcer will likely experience
pain 2-3 hours after a meal.
The patient with a gastric ulcer often awakens between 1-2 A.M. with pain and ingestion of food
brings relief.
Vomiting is uncommon in the patient with duodenal ulcer.

Hemorrhage is less likely in the patient with duodenal ulcer than the patient with gastric ulcer.
The patient with a duodenal ulcer may experience weight gain.
202. Of the following categories of medications, which is used in combination with bismuth salts
to eradicate Helicobacter pylori?
Antibiotics
Antibiotics and bismuth salts are given to eradicate H. pylori.
Antacids are given to manage gastric acidity.

Proton pump inhibitors are given to decrease acid secretion.
Histamine-2 receptor antagonists are given to decrease the acid secretion in the stomach.
203. Which of the following medications represents the category proton (gastric acid) pump
inhibitors?
Omeprazole (Prilosec)
Omeprazole decreases gastric acid by slowing the hydrogen-potassium-adenosine-triphosphatase
pump on the surface of the parietal cells.
Sucralfate (Carafate) is a cytoprotective drug.

Famotidine (Pepcid) is a histamine-2 receptor antagonist.
Metronidazole (Flagyl) is an antibiotic, specifically an amebicide.
204. Which of the following medications used for the treatment of obesity prevents the
absorption of triglycerides?
Orlistat (Xenical)
Orlistat (Xenical) prevents the absorption of triglycerides. Side effects of Xenical may include
increased bowel movements, gas with oily discharge, decreased food absorption, decreased bile
flow, and decreased absorption of some vitamins.
Buproprion hydrochloride (Wellbutrin) is an antidepressant medication.

Sibutramine hydrochloride (Meridia) inhibits the reuptake of serotonin and norepinephine.
Meridia decreases appetite.
Fluoxetine hydrochloride (Prozac) has not been approved by the FDA for use in the treatment of
obesity.
205. Of the following bariatric surgical procedures, which is the best procedure for long-term
weight loss?
Roux-en-Y
The Roux-en-Y gastric bypass is the recommended procedure for long-term weight loss. In this
procedure, a horizontal row of staples creates a stomach pouch with a 1-cm stoma that is
anastomosed with a portion of distal jejunum, creating a gastroenterostomy.
In vertical banded gastroplasty, a double row of staples is applied vertically along the lesser
curvature of the stomach, beginning at the angle of His. Over time, the gastric restriction may
fail.
Application of a silicone ring to the fundus of the stomach may fail.
The first surgical procedure to treat morbid obesity was the jejuno-ileal bypass. This procedure,
which resulted in significant complications, has been largely replaced by gastric restriction
procedures
206. Which of the following statements regarding gastric cancer is accurate?
The incidence of cancer of the stomach continues to decrease in the United States.
While the incidence continues to decrease, gastric cancer still accounts for 12,800 deaths
annually.
While gastric cancer deaths occasionally occur in younger people, most occur in people older
than 40 years.
Males have a higher incidence of gastric cancers than females.
More accurately, a diet high in smoked foods and low in fruits and vegetables may increase the
risk of gastric cancer.
207. Which of the following categories of laxatives draw water into the intestines by osmosis?
Saline agents (milk of magnesia)

Saline agents use osmosis to stimulate peristalsis and act within 2 hours of consumption.
Bulk-forming agents (Metamucil) mix with intestinal fluids, swell, and stimulate peristalsis.
Stimulants (Dulcolax) irritate the colon epithelium.
Fecal softeners (Colace) hydrate the stool by surfactant action on the colonic epithelium,
resulting in mixing of aqueous and fatty substances.
208. Crohn's disease is a condition of malabsorption caused by
inflammation of all layers of intestinal mucosa.

Crohn's disease is also known as regional enteritis and can occur anywhere along the GI tract,
but most commonly at the distal ileum and in the colon.
Infectious disease causes problems such as small bowel bacterial overgrowth leading to
malabsorption.
Disaccharidase deficiency leads to lactose intolerance.
Postoperative malabsorption occurs after gastric or intestinal resection.
209. The nurse teaches the patient whose surgery will result in a sigmoid colostomy that the
feces expelled through the colostomy will be
solid.
With a sigmoid colostomy, the feces are solid.
With a descending colostomy, the feces are semi-mushy.

With a transverse colostomy, the feces are mushy.
With an ascending colostomy, the feces are fluid.
210. When irrigating a colostomy, the nurse lubricates the catheter and gently inserts it into the
stoma no more than _______ inches
3”
The nurse should insert the catheter no more than 3 inches.
211. A longitudinal tear or ulceration in the lining of the anal canal is termed a (an)
anal fissure.
Fissures are usually caused by the trauma of passing a large, firm stool or from persistent
tightening of the anal canal secondary to stress or anxiety (leading to constipation).
An anorectal abscess is an infection in the pararectal spaces.

An anal fistula is a tiny, tubular, fibrous tract that extends into the anal canal from an opening
located beside the anus.
A hemorrhoid is a dilated portion of vein in the anal canal.
212. Which type of diarrhea is caused by increased production and secretion of water and
electrolyes by the intestinal mucosa into the intestinal lumen?
Secretory diarrhea
Secretory diarrhea is usually high-volume diarrhea and is caused by increased production and
secretion of water and electrolytes by the intestinal mucosa into the intestinal lumen.
Osmotic diarrhea occurs when water is pulled into the intestines by the osmotic pressure of
nonabsorbed particles, slowing the reabsorption of water.
Mixed diarrhea is caused by increased peristalsis (usually from inflammatory bowel disease) and
a combination of increased secretion or decreased absorption in the bowel.
The most common cause of diarrheal disease is contaminated food.
213. Which of the following terms is used to refer to intestinal rumbling?
Borborygmus
Borborygmus is the term used to refer to intestinal rumbling which accompanies diarrhea.
Tenesmus is the term used to refer to ineffectual straining at stool.

Azotorrhea is the term used to refer to excess of nitrogenous matter in the feces or urine.
Diverticulitis is the term used to refer to inflammation of a diverticulum from obstruction (by
fecal matter) resulting in abscess formation.
214. The presence of mucus and pus in the stools suggests
Inflammatory colitis
The presence of mucus and pus in the stools suggests inflammatory colitis or enteritis.
Watery stools are characteristic of small bowel disease.

Loose, semisolid stools are associated more often with disorders of the colon.
Voluminous, greasy stools suggest intestinal malabsorption.
215. Celiac sprue is an example of which category of malabsorption?
Mucosal disorders causing generalized malabsorption

In addition to celiac sprue, regional enteritis and radiation enteritis are examples of mucosal
disorders.
Examples of infectious diseases causing generalized malabsorption include small bowel bacterial
overgrowth, tropical sprue, and Whipple's disease.
Examples of luminal problems causing malabsorption include bile acid deficiency,
Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, and pancreatic insufficiency.
Postoperative gastric or intestinal resection can result in development of malabsorption
syndromes.
216. Typical signs and symptoms of appendicitis include:
Nausea
Nausea is typically associated with appendicitis with or without vomiting.
Pain is generally felt in the right lower quadrant.

Rebound tenderness, or pain felt with release of pressure applied to the abdomen, may be present
with appendicitis.
Low-grade fever is associated with appendicitis.
217. Regional enteritis is characterized by:
Transmural thickening
Transmural thickeneing is an early pathologic change of Crohn's disease. Later pathology results
in deep, penetrating granulomas.
Regional enteritis is characterized by regional discontinuous lesions.

Severe diarrhea is characteristic of ulcerative colitis while diarrhea in regional enteritis is less
severe.
Regional enteritis is characterized by a prolonged and variable course while ulcerative colitis is
characterized by exacerbations and remissions.
218. What is the most common cause of small bowel obstruction?
Adhesions
Adhesions are scar tissue that forms as a result of inflammation and infection.
Hernias are one of the second most common causes of small bowel obstruction.
Neoplasms are one the second most common causes of small bowel obstruction.
Volvulus (twisting of the bowel) is a less common cause of small bowel obstruction.
219. Which of the follow statements provides accurate information regarding cancer of the colon
and rectum?
Cancer of the colon and rectum is the second most common type of internal cancer in the United
States.
Colon cancer affects more than twice as many people as does rectal cancer (94,700 for colon,
34,700 for rectum).
The incidence increases with age (the incidence is highest in people older than 85).
Colon cancer occurrence is higher in people with a family history of colon cancer.
220. Which of the following characteristics are risk factors for colorectal cancer?
Familial polyposis
Family history of colon cancer or familial polyposis is a risk factor for colorectal cancer.
Being older than age 40 is a risk factor for colorectal cancer.

A high-fat, high-protein, low-fiber diet is a risk factor for colorectal cancer.
History of skin cancer is not a recognized risk factor for colorectal cancer.
221. Which type of jaundice in adults is the result of increased destruction of red blood cells?
Hemolytic
Hemolytic jaundice results because, although the liver is functioning normally, it cannot excrete
the bilirubin as quickly as it is formed.
Hepatocellular jaundice is the result of liver disease.

Obstructive jaundice is the result of liver disease.
Non-obstructive jaundice occurs with hepatitis.
222. The nurse places the patient after liver biopsy in which of the following positions?
On the right side

In this position, the liver capsule at the site of penetration is compressed against the chest wall,
and the escape of blood or bile through the perforation made for the biopsy is impeded.
Positioning the patient on his left side is not indicated.

Positioning the patient in the Trendelenburg position may be indicated if the patient is in shock,
but is not the position designed for the patient after liver biopsy.
High Fowler's position is not indicated for the patient after liver biopsy.
223. Which of the following terms is used to describe a chronic liver disease in which scar tissue
surrounds the portal areas?
Alcoholic cirrhosis
This type of cirrhosis is due to chronic alcoholism and is the most common type of cirrhosis.
In postnecrotic cirrhosis, there are broad bands of scar tissue, which are a late result of a previous
acute viral hepatitis.
In biliary cirrhosis, scarring occurs in the liver around the bile ducts.
Compensated cirrhosis is a general term given to the state of liver disease in which the liver
continues to be able to function effectively.
224. Which of the following terms describes the passage of a hollow instrument into a cavity for
the withdrawal of fluid?
Paracentesis
Paracentesis may be used to withdraw ascitic fluid if the fluid accumulation is causing
cardiorespiratory compromise.
Asterixis refers to involuntary flapping movements of the hands associated with metabolic liver
dysfunction.
Ascites refers to accumulation of serous fluid within the peritoneal cavity.
Dialysis refers to a form of filtration to separate crystalloid from colloid substances.
225. Which of the following terms most precisely refers to the incision of the common bile duct
for removal of stones?
Choledocholithotomy
Choledocholithotomy refers to incision of the common bile duct for the removal of stones (liths).
Cholecystostomy refers to opening and drainage of the gallbladder.

Choledochotomy refers to opening into the common duct.
Choledochoduodenostomy refers to anastomosis of the common duct to the duodenum.
226. Which of the following clinical characteristics is associated with Type 1 diabetes
(previously referred to as insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus [IDDM])?
Presence of islet cell antibodies

Individuals with Type 1 diabetes often have islet cell antibodies.
Individuals with Type 1 diabetes are usually thin or demonstrate recent weight loss at the time of
diagnosis
Individuals with Type 1 diabetes are ketosis-prone when insulin is absent.
Individuals with Type 1 diabetes need insulin to preserve life.
227. Which of the following clinical characteristics is associated with Type 2 diabetes
(previously referred to as non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus [NIDDM])?
Can control blood glucose through diet and exercise

Oral hypoglycemic agents may improve blood glucose levels if dietary modification and exercise
are unsuccessful.
Individuals with Type 2 diabetes are usually obese at diagnosis.

Individuals with Type 2 diabetes rarely demonstrate ketosis, except in stress or infection.
Individuals with Type 2 diabetes do not demonstrate islet cell antibodies.
228. Of the following types of insulin, which is the most rapid acting?
Humalog
The onset of action of rapid-acting Humalog is within 10-15 minutes.
The onset of action of short-acting regular insulin is 30 minutes-1 hour.

The onset of action of intermediate acting NPH is 3-4 hours.
The onset of action of long-acting Ultralente is 6-8 hours.
229. Of the following categories of oral antidiabetic agents, which exert their primary action by
directly stimulating the pancreas to secrete insulin?
Sulfonylureas
Therefore, a functioning pancreas is necessary for sulfonylureas to be effective.
Thiazolidinediones enhance insulin action at the receptor site without increasing insulin secretion
from the beta cells of the pancreas
Biguanides facilitate insulin's action on peripheral receptor sites.
Alpha glucosidase inhibitors delay the absorption of glucose in the intestinal system, resulting in
a lower postprandial blood glucose level.
230 The nurse teaches the patient about diabetes including which of the following statements?
Elevated blood glucose levels contribute to complications of diabetes, such as diminished vision.
When blood glucose levels are well controlled, the potential for complications of diabetes is
reduced.
Several types of foods contain sugar, including cereals, sauces, salad dressing, fruit, and fruit
juices.
It is not feasible, nor is it advisable, to remove all sources of sugar from the diet.
If the diabetes had been well controlled without insulin prior to the period of acute stress causing
the need for insulin, the patient may be able to resume previous methods for control of diabetes
when the stress is resolved.
231. The nurse teaches the patient about glargine (Lantus), a "peakless" basal insulin including
which of the following statements?
Do not mix the drug with other insulins

Because glargine is in a suspension with a pH of 4, it cannot be mixed with other insulins
because this would cause precipitation. When administering glargine (Lantus) insulin it is very
important to read the label carefully and to avoid mistaking Lantus insulin for Lente insulin and
vice versa.
Glargine is absorbed very slowly over a 24-hour period and can be given once a day.
Because glargine is in a suspension with a pH of 4, it cannot be mixed with other insulins
because this would cause precipitation.
Glargine is a "peakless" basal insulin that is absorbed very slowly over a 24-hour period.
232. Which of the following disorders is characterized by a group of symptoms produced by an

excess of free circulating cortisol from the adrenal cortex?
Cushing's syndrome
The patient with Cushing's syndrome demonstrates truncal obesity, moon face, acne, abdominal
striae, and hypertension.
In Addison's disease, the patient experiences chronic adrenocortical insufficiency.

In Graves' disease, the patient experiences hyperthyroidism.
The individual with Hashimoto's disease demonstrates inflammation of the thyroid gland,
resulting in hypothyroidism.
233. Of the following disorders, which results from excessive secretion of somatotropin?
Acromegaly
The patient with acromegaly demonstrates progressive enlargement of peripheral body parts,
most commonly the face, head, hands, and feet.
Cretinism occurs as a result of congenital hypothyroidism.

Dwarfism is caused by insufficient secretion of growth hormone during childhood.
Adrenogenital syndrome is the result of abnormal secretion of adrenocortical hormones,
especially androgen.
234. Which of the following hormones is secreted by the posterior pituitary?
Vasopressin
Vasopressin causes contraction of smooth muscle, particularly blood vessels.
Calcitonin is secreted by the parafollicular cells of the thyroid gland.

Corticosteroids are secreted by the adrenal cortex.
Somatostatin is released by the anterior lobe of the pituitary.
235. Trousseau's sign is positive when
carpopedal spasm is induced by occluding the blood flow to the arm for 3 minutes with the use
of a blood pressure cuff.
A positive Trousseau's sign is suggestive of latent tetany.
A positive Chvostek's sign is demonstrated when a sharp tapping over the facial nerve just in
front of the parotid gland and anterior to the ear causes spasm or twitching of the mouth, nose,
and eye.
A positive Allen's test is demonstrated by the palm remaining blanched with the radial artery
occluded. The radial artery should not be used for an arterial puncture.
A positive Homans' sign is demonstrated when the patient complains of pain in the calf when his
foot is dorsiflexed.
236. The digestion of carbohydrates is aided by
amylase.
Amylase is secreted by the exocrine pancreas.
Lipase aids in the digestion of fats.

Trypsin aids in the digestion of proteins.
Secretin is the major stimulus for increased bicarbonate secretion from the pancreas.
237. The term used to describe total urine output of less than 400 mL in 24 hours is
oliguria.
Oliguria is associated with acute and chronic renal failure.
Anuria is used to describe total urine output of less than 50 mL in 24 hours.

Nocturia refers to awakening at night to urinate.
Dysuria refers to painful or difficult urination.
238. When fluid intake is normal, the specific gravity of urine should be
1.010-1.025.
Urine specific gravity is a measurement of the kidney's ability to concentrate urine.
The specific gravity of water is 1.000.

A urine specific gravity of less than 1.010 may indicate inadequate fluid intake.
A urine specific gravity greater than 1.025 may indicate overhydration.
239. Of the following terms, which refers to casts in the urine?
Cylindruria
Casts may be identified through microscopic examination of the urine sediment after
centrifuging.
Crystalluria is the term used to refer to crystals in the urine.

Pyuria is the term used to refer to pus in the urine.
Bacteriuria refers to a bacterial count higher than 100,000 colonies/mL in the urine.
Hematuria is ther term refer to blood in the urine
Ketonuria is the term refer to ketones in the urine
Proteinuria presence of protein in the urine
240. When the nurse observes the patient's urine to be orange, she further assesses the patient for
intake of medication such as phenytoin (Dilantin).
Urine that is orange may be caused by intake of Dilantin or other medications. Orange to amber
colored urine may also indicate concentrated urine due to dehydration or fever.
Urine that is pink to red may indicate lower urinary tract bleeding.
Urine that is bright yellow is an anticipated abnormal finding in the patient taking a multiple
vitamin preparation.
Yellow to milky white urine may indicate infection, pyruria, or in the female patient, the use of
vaginal creams.
241. To assess circulating oxygen levels the 2001 Kidney Disease Outcomes Quality Initiative:
Management of Anemia Guidelines recommends the use of which of the following diagnostic
tests?
Hemoglobin
Although hematocrit has always been the blood test of choice to assess for anemia, the 2001
Kidney Disease Outcomes Quality Initiative: Management of Anemia Guidelines, recommend
that anemia be quantified using hemoglobin rather than hematocrit measurements, as it is more
accurate in assessment of circulating oxygen.
Hemoglobin is recommended as it is more accurate in the assessment of circulating oxygen than

hematocrit.
Serum iron levels measure iron storage in the body.
Arterial blood gases assess the adequacy of oxygenation, ventilation, and acid-base status.
242. Which of the following types of incontinence refers to involuntary loss of urine through an
intact urethra as a result of a sudden increase in intra-abdominal pressure?
Stress
Stress incontinence may occur with sneezing and coughing.
Overflow incontinence refers to the involuntary loss of urine associated with overdistention of
the bladder.
Urge incontinence refers to involuntary loss of urine associated with urgency.
Reflex incontinence refers to the involuntary loss of urine due to involuntary urethral relaxation
in the absence of normal sensations.
243. To facilitate entry of a catheter into the male urethra, the penis should be positioned at
which of the following degree angles (in relation to the body)?
90 degrees
A right angle straightens the urethra and makes it easier to insert the catheter.
A 45-degree angle will not straighten the urethra.
A 180-degree angle will result in the penis being parallel to the body and inappropriately
positioned for catheterization.
A 270-degree angle is a physical impossibility.
244. In assessing the appropriateness of removing a suprapubic catheter, the nurse recognizes
that the patient's residual urine must be less than which of the following amounts on two separate
occasions (morning and evening)?
100 cc
If the patient complains of discomfort or pain, however, the suprapubic catheter is usually left in
place until the patient can void successfully.
245. When providing care to the patient with bilateral nephrostomy tubes, the nurse never does
which of the following?
Clamps each nephrostomy tube when the patient is moved

The nurse must never clamp a nephrostomy tube because it could cause obstruction and resultant
pyelonephritis.
A dislodged nephrostomy tube must be reported immediately to allow the surgeon to replace the
tube immediately to prevent the opening from contracting.
The output from each tube is assessed, indicating the functioning of the tube.
The nurse may irrigate a nephrostomy tube with specific orders to do so.
246. Which type of medication may be used in the treatment of a patient with incontinence to
inhibit contraction of the bladder?
Anticholinergic agent
Anticholinergic agents are considered first-line medications for urge incontinence.
Estrogen decreases obstruction to urine flow by restoring the mucosal, vascular, and muscular
integrity of the urethra.
Tricyclic antidepressants decrease bladder contractions as well as increase bladder neck
resistance.
Stress incontinence may be treated using pseudoephedrine and phenylpropanolamine, ingredients
found in over-the-counter decongestants.
247. Which of the following is a reversible cause of urinary incontinence in the older adult?
Constipation.
Constipation is a reversible cause of urinary incontinence in the older adult. Other reversible
causes include acute urinary tract infection, infection elsewhere in the body, decreased fluid
intake, a change in a chronic disease pattern, and decreased estrogen levels in the menopausal
women.
A decreased fluid intake, rather than increased fluid intake, is a reversible cause of urinary
incontinence in the older adult.
Age is a risk factor for urinary incontinence, not a reversible cause.
A decreased estrogen, not progresterone, level in the menopausal woman is a reversible cause of
urinary incontinence in the older woman.
248. Bladder retraining following removal of an indwelling catheter begins with
instructing the patient to follow a 2-3 hour timed voiding schedule.

Immediately after the removal of the indwelling catheter, the patient is placed on a timed voiding
schedule, usually two to three hours. At the given time interval, the patient is instructed to void.
Immediate voiding is not usually encouraged. The patient is commonly placed on a timed
voiding schedule, usually within two to three hours.
Immediately after the removal of the indwelling catheter, the patient is placed on a timed voiding
schedule, usually two to three hours, not six.
If bladder ultrasound scanning shows 100 mL or more of urine remaining in the bladder after
voiding, straight catheterization may be performed for complete bladder emptying.
249.Which of the following terms is used to refer to inflammation of the renal pelvis?
Pyelonephritis
Pyelonephritis is an upper urinary tract inflammation, which may be acute or chronic.
Cystitis is inflammation of the urinary bladder.

Urethritis is inflammation of the urethra.
Interstitial nephritis is inflammation of the kidney.
250. If an indwelling catheter is necessary, nursing interventions that should be implemented to

prevent infection include
performing meticulous perineal care daily with soap and water.

Cleanliness of the area will reduce potential for infection.
Strict aseptic technique must be used during insertion of a urinary bladder catheter.
The nurse must maintain a closed system and use the catheter's port to obtain specimens.
The catheter bag must never be placed on the patient's abdomen unless it is clamped because it
may cause backflow of urine from the tubing into the bladder.
251. The nurse who provides teaching to the female patient regarding prevention of recurrent
urinary tract infections includes which of the following statements?
Void immediately after sexual intercourse.

Voiding will serve to flush the urethra, expelling contaminants.
Showers are encouraged rather than tub baths because bacteria in the bath water may enter the
urethra.
Coffee, tea, colas, alcohol, and other fluids that are urinary tract irritants should be avoided.
The patient should be encouraged to void every 2-3 hours during the day and completely empty
the bladder.
252. A history of infection specifically caused by group A beta-hemolytic streptococci is

associated with which of the following disorders?
Acute glomerulonephritis
Acute glomerulonephritis is also associated with varicella zoster virus, hepatitis B, and Epstein-
Barr virus.
Acute renal failure is associated with hypoperfusion to the kidney, parenchymal damage to the
glomeruli or tubules, and obstruction at a point distal to the kidney.
Chronic renal failure may be caused by systemic disease, hereditary lesions, medications, toxic
agents, infections, and medications.
Nephrotic syndrome is caused by disorders such as chronic glomerulonephritis, systemic lupus
erythematosus, multiple myeloma, and renal vein thrombosis.
253. Rejection of a transplanted kidney within 24 hours after transplant is termed
hyperacute rejection.
Hyperacute rejection may require removal of the transplanted kidney.
Acute rejection occurs within 3-14 days of transplantation.

Chronic rejection occurs after many years.
The term simple is not used in the categorization of types of rejection of kidney transplants.
254. When caring for a patient with an uncomplicated, mild urinary tract infection (UTI), the
nurse knows that recent studies have shown which of the following drugs to be a good choice for
short-course (e.g. 3-day) therapy?
Levofloxacin (Levaquin)
Levofloxacin, a floroquinolone, is a good choice for short-course therapy of uncomplicated, mild
to moderate UTI. Clinical trial data show high patient compliance with the 3-day regimen
(95.6%) and a high eradication rate for all pathogens (96.4%).
Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMZ, Bactrim, Septra) is a commonly used medication

for treatment of a complicated UTI, such as pyelonephritis.
Nitrofurantoin (Macrodantin, Furadantin) is a commonly used medication for treatment of a
complicated UTI, such as pyelonephritis.
Ciprofloxacin (Cipro) is a good choice for treatment of a complicated UTI. Recent studies have
found ciprofloxacin to be significantly more effective than TMP-SMX in community-based
patients and in nursing home residents.
255. Which of the following terms refers to difficult or painful sexual intercourse?
Dyspareunia
Dyspareunia is a common problem of the aged female.
Amenorrhea refers to absence of menstrual flow.

Dysmenorrhea refers to painful menstruation.
Endometriosis is a condition in which endometrial tissue seeds in other areas of the pelvis.
Metrorrhagia bleeding in between menses
Menarche onset of mentruation
Menorrhagia excessive menstruation
Menopause cessation of menses
256. The opening into the vagina on the perineum is termed the
introitus.
The introitus is the vaginal orifice.
Adnexa is a term used to describe the fallopian tubes and ovaries together.
The cervix is the bottom (interior) part of the uterus that is located in the vagina.
The hymen is a tissue that may cover the vaginal opening partially or completely before vaginal
penetration.
Fallopian tube convey ova from the ovaries to the uterus.
Ampulla site of fertilization.
Ovaries produce mature and discharge egg cells.
Uterus provides place for implantation and nourishment during fetal growth.
Barttholins gland lubricate external genitalia durin coitus
Clitoris erectile tissue,most sensitive part
257.Which of the following hormones is primarily responsible for stimulating the production of
progesterone?
Luteinizing hormone
Luteinizing hormone is released by the pituitary gland.
Follicle-stimulating hormone is responsible for stimulating the ovaries to secrete estrogen.

Estrogens are responsible for developing and maintaining the female reproductive tract.
Androgens, secreted in small amounts by the ovaries, are involved in early development of the
follicle and also affect the female libido.
Progesterone secreted by corpus leteum and placenta during pregnancy, prepare uterine lining for
implantation.
Prolactin released by anterior pituitary gland, milk forming
258. When the results of a Pap smear are reported as class 5, the nurse recognizes that the
common interpretation is
malignant.
A class 5 Pap smear, according to the Bethesda Classification, indicates squamous cell
carcinoma.
A class 1 Pap smear is interpreted as normal.

A class 2 Pap smear is interpreted as probably normal.
A class 3 Pap smear is interpreted as suspicious.
259. For women aged 19-39 years, recommended health screening diagnostic testing includes
which of the following?
Pap smear
A Pap smear is recommended for women aged 19-39 years, as well as for women aged 40 and
older.
Mammography is recommended for health screening for women aged 40 years and older.
Cholesterol and lipid profile is recommended for women aged 40 years and older.
Bone mineral density testing is recommended for women aged 40 years and older.
260. Which of the following statements reflects nursing care of the woman with mild to
moderate ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS)?
Advise the patient to decrease her activity, monitor her urine output and to return for frequent
office visits.
Management in mild and moderate cases of OHSS consists of decreased activity, monitoring of
urine output and frequent office visits as designated by the reproductive endocrinologist.
Treatment of severe, not mild to moderate, OHSS includes daily measurements of weight and
abdominal circumference.
Symptoms of OHSS include abdominal discomfort, distention, weight gain and ovarian
enlargement.
The patient with severe OHSS is hospitalized for monitoring and treatment.
261. Which of the following terms is used to describe a procedure in which cervical tissue is
removed as result of detection of abnormal cells?
Conization
The procedure is also called a cone biopsy.
Colporrhaphy refers to repair of the vagina.

Cryotherapy refers to destruction of tissue by freezing.
Perineorrhaphy refers to sutural repair of perineal lacerations.
Episiorrhaphy refrers to sutural repair of episiotomy.
262. Of the following terms, which is used to refer to a type of gestational trophoblastic
neoplasm?
Hydatidiform mole
Hydatidiform mole occurs in 1 in 1000 pregnancies, abnormal development of placental villi into
grapelike cysty filled with viscid material.
A dermoid cyst is an ovarian tumor of undefined origin that consists of undifferentiated

embryonal cells.
Doderlein's bacilli is one component of normal vaginal flora.
Bartholin's cyst is a cyst in a paired vestibular gland in the vulva.
263. When the female client reports a frothy yellow-brown vaginal discharge, the nurse suspects
the client has a vaginal infection caused by
trichomonas vaginalis.
Trichomonas vaginalis causes a frothy yellow-white or yellow-brown vaginal discharge.
Candidiasis causes a white, cheeselike discharge clinging to the vaginal epithelium.

Gardnerella vaginalis causes a gray-white to yellow-white discharge clinging to the external
vulva and vaginal walls.
Chlamydia causes a profuse purulent discharge.
264. The nurse providing education regarding sexually transmitted diseases includes which of the
following statements regarding herpes virus 2 (herpes genitalis)?
In pregnant women with active herpes virus, babies delivered vaginally may become infected
with the virus.
Therefore, a cesarean delivery may be performed if the virus recurs near the time of delivery.
Asexual transmission by contact with wet surfaces or self-transmission (i.e., touching a cold sore
and then touching the genital area) can occur.
Transmission is possible even when the carrier does not have symptoms.
Usually, the virus is killed at room temperature by drying.
265. An opening between the bladder and the vagina is called a
vesicovaginal fistula.
A vesicovaginal fistula may occur because of tissue injury sustained during surgery, vaginal
delivery, or a disease process.
A cystocele is a downward displacement of the bladder toward the vaginal orifice.

A rectocele is a bulging of the rectum into the vagina.
A rectovaginal fistula is an opening between the rectum and the vagina.
266. Which of the following statements defines laparoscopic myomectomy—an alternative to

hysterectomy for the treatment of excessive bleeding due to fibroids?
Removal of fibroids through a laparoscope inserted through a small abdominal incision.

Laparoscopic myomectomy is the removal of fibroids through a laparoscope inserted through a
small abdominal incision.
Laparoscopic myolysis is the procedure in which a laser or electrial needles are used to cauterize
and shrink the fibroid.
Laparoscopic cryomyolysis is the procedure in which electric current is used to coagulate the
fibroids.
Hysteroscopic resection of myomas is the procedure in which a laser is used through a
hyserscope passed through the cervix; no incision or overnight stay is needed.
267. Stage 3 of breast development, according to Tanner, occurs when
the areola (a darker tissue ring around the nipple) develops.

Stage 3 also involves further enlargement of breast tissue.
Breast budding is the first sign of puberty in a female.

In stage 4, the nipple and areola form a secondary mound on top of breast tissue.
In stage 5, the female demonstrates continued development of a larger breast with a single
contour.
268. When the female patient demonstrates thickening, scaling, and erosion of the nipple and
areola, the nurse recognizes that the patient is exhibiting signs of
Paget's disease.
Paget's disease is a malignancy of mammary ducts with early signs of erythema of nipple and
areola.
Acute mastitis is demonstrated by nipple cracks or abrasions along with reddened and warm
breast skin and tenderness.
Fibroadenoma is characterized as the occurrence of a single, nontender mass that is firm, mobile,
and not fixed to breast tissue or chest wall.
Peau d'orange is associated with the breast and demonstrates an orange peel apearance of breast
skin with enlargement of skin pores.
269. The nurse teaches the female patient who is premenopausal to perform breast self-
examination (BSE)
on day 5 to day 7, counting the first day of menses as day 1.

BSE is best performed after menses, when less fluid is retained.
Because most women notice increased tenderness, lumpiness, and fluid retention before their
menstrual period, BSE is not recommended with the onset of menses.
Because the tenderness, lumpiness, and fluid retention problems noticed by women in relation to
onset of menses generally continue through menses, BSE is not recommended during that time.
Because most women notice increased tenderness, lumpiness, and fluid retention before their
menstrual period, BSE is best performed when the time for menses is taken into account.
270. Which type of biopsy is used for nonpalpable lesions found on mammography?
Stereotactic
Stereotactic biopsy utilizes computer location of the suspicious area found on biopsy, followed
by core needle insertion and sampling of tissue for pathologic examination.
Excisional biopsy is the usual procedure for any palpable breast mass.
Incisional biopsy is performed on a palpable mass when tissue sampling alone is required.
Tru-Cut core biopsy is used when a tumor is relatively large and close to the skin surface.
Aspiraion biopsy introduction of fine needle to aspirate sample tissues.
271. The nurse recognizes which of the following statements as accurately reflecting a risk factor
for breast cancer?
Mother affected by cancer before 60 years of age

Risk for breast cancer increases twofold if first-degree female relatives (sister, mother, or
daughter) had breast cancer.
Increased risk is associated with early menarche (i.e., menses beginning before 12 years of age).
Nulliparity and later maternal age for first birth are associated with increased risk for breast
cancer.
Alcohol use remains controversial; however, a slightly increased risk is found in women who
consume even one drink daily and doubles among women drinking three drinks daily.
272. Which of the following terms is used to describe removal of the breast tissue and an axillary
lymph node dissection leaving muscular structure intact as surgical treatment of breast cancer?
Modified radical mastectomy

A modified radical mastectomy leaves the pectoralis major and minor muscles intact.
In a segmental mastectomy, varying amounts of breast tissue are removed, including the
malignant tissue and some surrounding tissue to ensure clear margins.
In a total mastectomy, breast tissue only is removed.
Radical mastectomy includes removal of the pectoralis major and minor muscles in addition to
breast tissue and axillary lymph node dissection.
273. Ductal lavage is used for
women at higher risk for benign proliferative breast disease.

Performed in the doctor's office, a microcatheter is inserted through the nipple while instilling
saline and retrieving the fluid for analysis. It has been shown to identify atypical cells in this
population and has been found to be adept at detecting cellular changes within the breast tissue.
Ductal lavage is used for women at higher risk, not low risk, for benign proliferative breast
disease.
Ductal lavage is used for women at higher risk for benign proliferative breast disease; it is not
used as a screening tool.
Ductal lavage is used for women at higher risk for benign proliferative breast disease; it is not
specific for women with breast implants.
274. The 2000 NIH Consensus Development Conference Statement states that what percentage
of women with invasive breast cancer should consider the option of systemic chemotherapy, not
just women whose tumors are greater than 1cm in size?
100% (all)
The 2000 Consensus Development Conference Statement states that all women with invasive
breast cancer should consider the option of systemic chemotherapy, not just women whose
tumors are greater than 1 cm in size.
All women (100%) with invasive breast cancer should consider the option of systemic
chemotherapy, not just women whose tumors are greater than 1 cm in size.
275. Which of the following terms refers to surgical removal of one of the testes?
Orchiectomy
Orchiectomy is required when the testicle has been damaged.
Circumcision is excision of the foreskin, or prepuce, of the glans penis.

Vasectomy is the ligation and transection of part of the vas deferens to prevent the passage of the
sperm from the testes.
Hydrocelectomy describes the surgical repair of a hydrocele, a collection of fluid in the tunica
vaginalis.
276. The term or disease associated with buildup of fibrous plaques in the sheath of the corpus
cavernosum causing curvature of the penis when it is erect is known as
Peyronie's disease.
Peyronie's disease may require surgical removal of the plaques when the disease makes sexual
intercourse painful, difficult, or impossible.
Bowen's disease refers to a form of squamous cell carcinoma in situ of the penile shaft.
Phimosis refers to the condition in which the foreskin is constricted so that it cannot be retracted
over the glans.
Priapism refers to an uncontrolled, persistent erection of the penis occurring from either neural or
vascular causes.
277. Which of the following terms is used to describe the opening of the urethra on the dorsum
of the penis?
Epispadias
Epispadias is a congenital anomaly in which the urethral opening is on the dorsum of the penis
and is usually repaired through plastic surgery when the boy is very young.
Hypospadias is a congenital anomaly in which the urethral opening is on the underside of the
penis and is usually repaired through plastic surgery when the boy is very young.
Urethral stricture is a condition in which a section of urethra is narrowed.
Urethritis refers to inflammation of the urethra and is commonly associated with sexually
transmitted disease.
278. The nurse teaches the patient who has been prescribed Viagra which of the following
guidelines?
Do not take more than one tablet per day of your prescribed dose.
Taking Viagra more than once a day will not improve its effects and the patient may experience
back and leg aches as well as nausea and vomiting.
Viagra should be taken one hour before intercourse.
Viagra will not create the erection; the erection must be created by sexual stimulation.
Viagra will not restore desire or sex drive.
279. The obstructive and irritative symptom complex caused by benign prostatic hypertrophy is
termed
prostatism.
Symptoms of prostatism include increased frequency of urination, nocturia, urgency, dribbling,
and a sensation that the bladder has not completely emptied.
Prostatitis is an inflammation of the prostate gland.

Prostatectomy refers to the surgical removal of the prostate gland.
280. Proteins formed when cells are exposed to viral or foreign agents that are capable of
activating other components of the immune system are referred to as
interferons.
Interferons are biologic response modifiers with nonspecific viricidal proteins.
Antibodies are protein substances developed by the body in response to and interacting with a
specific foreign substance.
Antigens are substances that induce formation of antibodies.
Complement refers to a series of enzymatic proteins in the serum that, when activated, destroy
bacteria and other cells.
281. Cytotoxic T cells
lyse cells infected with virus.

Cytotoxic T cells play a role in graft rejection.
B cells are lymphocytes important in producing circulating antibodies.
Helper T cells are lymphocytes that attack antigens directly.
Suppressor T cells are lymphocytes that decrease B-cell activity to a level at which the immune
system is compatible with life.
282. During which stage of the immune response does the circulating lymphocyte containing the
antigenic message return to the nearest lymph node?
Proliferation
Once in the node, the sensitized lymphocyte stimulates some of the resident dormant T and B
lymphocytes to enlarge, divide, and proliferate.
In the recognition stage, the immune system distinguishes an invader as foreign, or non-self.
In the response stage, the changed lymphocytes function either in a humoral or cellular fashion.
In the effector stage, either the antibody of the humoral response or the cytotoxic T cell of the
cellular response reaches and couples with the antigen on the surface of the foreign invader.
283. Which of the following responses identifies a role of T lymphocytes?
Transplant rejection
Transplant rejection and graft-versus-host disease are cellular response roles of T cells.
Anaphylaxis is a humoral response role of B-lymphocytes.

Allergic hay fever and asthma are humoral response roles of B-lymphocytes.
Bacterial phagocytosis and lysis are humoral response roles of B-lymphocytes.
284. Of the following classifications of medications, which is known to inhibit prostaglandin

synthesis or release?
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in large doses

NSAIDs include aspirin and ibuprofen.
Antibiotics in large doses are known to cause bone marrow suppression.

Adrenal corticosteroids are known to cause immunosuppression.
Antineoplastic agents are known to cause immunosuppression.
285. Which of the following statements reflect current stem cell research?
The stem cell is known as a precursor cell that continually replenishes the body's entire supply of
both red and white cells.
Stem cells comprise only a small portion of all types of bone marrow cells.
Research conducted with mouse models has demonstrated that once the immune system has been
destroyed experimentally, it can be completely restored with the implantation of just a few
purified stem cells.
Stem cell transplantation has been carried out in human subjects with certain types of immune
dysfunction such as severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID).
Clinical trails are underway in patients with a variety of disorders with an autoimmune
component including systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, and
multiple sclerosis.
286. The nurse's base knowledge of primary immunodeficiencies includes which of the
following statements? Primary immunodeficiencies
develop early in life after protection from maternal antibodies decreases.

These disorders may involve one or more components of the immune system.
Primary immunodeficiencies are seen primarily in infants and young children.
Primary immunodeficiencies are rare disorders with genetic origins.
Without treatment, infants and children with these disorders seldom survive to adulthood.
287. Agammaglobulinemia is also known as
Bruton's disease.
Bruton's disease is a sex-linked disease that results in infants born with the disorder suffering
severe infections soon after birth
Nezelof syndrome is a disorder involving lack of a thymus gland.

Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome involves the absence of T cells and B cells and the presence of
thrombocytopenia.
Common variable immunodeficiency (CVID)is another term for hypogammaglobulinemia.
288. When the nurse administers intravenous gamma-globulin infusion, she recognizes that
which of the following complaints, if reported by the patient, may indicate an adverse effect of
the infusion?
Tightness in the chest

Flank pain, tightness in the chest, or hypotension indicates adverse effects of gamma-globulin
infusion.
Nasal stuffiness is not recognized as an adverse effect of gamma-globulin infusion.

Increased thirst is not recognized as an adverse effect of gamma-globulin infusion.
Burning urination is a sign of urinary tract infection, not an adverse effect of gamma-globulin
infusion.
289. Ataxia is the term that refers to
uncoordinated muscle movement.

Ataxia-telangiectasia is an autosomal recessive disorder affecting both T-cell and B-cell
immunity.
Telangiectasia is the term that refers to vascular lesions caused by dilated blood vessels.
Receptive aphasia is an inability to understand the spoken word.
290. Which of the following microorganisms is known to cause retinitis in people with
HIV/AIDS?
Cytomegalovirus
Cytomegalovirus is a species-specific herpes virus.
Cryptococcus neoformans is a fungus that causes an opportunistic infection in patients with
HIV/AIDS.
Mycobacterium avium is an acid-fast bacillus that commonly causes a respiratory illness.
Pneumocystic carinii is an organism that is thought to be protozoan but believed to be a fungus
based on its structure.
291. Of the following blood tests, which confirms the presence of antibodies to HIV?
Enzyme-linked immunoabsorbant assay (ELISA)

ELISA, as well as Western blot assay, identifies and confirms the presence of antibodies to HIV.
The ESR is an indicator of the presence of inflammation in the body.

The p24 antigen is a blood test that measures viral core protein.
Reverse transcriptase is not a blood test. Rather, it is an enzyme that transforms single-stranded
RNA into a double-stranded DNA.
292. When assisting the patient to interpret a negative HIV test result, the nurse informs the
patient that the results mean
his body has not produced antibodies to the AIDS virus.

A negative test result indicates that antibodies to the AIDS virus are not present in the blood at
the time the blood sample for the test is drawn.
A negative test result should be interpreted as demonstrating that if infected, the body has not
produced antibodies (which take from 3 weeks to 6 months or longer). Therefore, subsequent
testing of an at-risk patient must be encouraged.
The test result does not mean that the patient is immune to the virus, nor does it mean that the
patient is not infected. It just means that the body may not have produced antibodies yet.
When antibodies to the AIDS virus are detected in the blood, the test is interpreted as positive.
293. Which of the following substances may be used to lubricate a condom?
K-Y jelly
K-Y jelly is water-based and will provide lubrication while not damaging the condom.
Skin lotion, Baby oil, Petroleum jelly will cause the condom to break.
294. More than 500 CD4+ T lymphocytes/mm3 indicates which stage of HIV infection?
CDC category A - HIV asymptomatic

More than 500 CD4+ T lymphocytes/mm3 indicates CDC category A - HIV asymptomatic.
The period from infection with HIV to the development of antibodies to HIV is know as primary
infection.
200-499 CD4+ T lymphocytes/mm3 indicates CDC category B - HIV symptomatic.
Less than 200 CD4+ T lymphocytes/mm3 indicates CDC category C - AIDS.
295. The term used to define the balance between the amount of HIV in the body and the
immune response is
viral set point

The viral set point is the balance between the amount of HIV in the body and the immune
response.
During the primary infection period, the window period occurs since a person is infected with
HIV but negative on the HIV antibody blood test.
The period from infection with HIV to the development of antibodies to HIV is known as the
primary infection stage.
The amount of virus in circulation and the number of infected cells equals the rate of viral
clearance.
296. Which of the following statements reflect the treatment of HIV infection?
Treatment of HIV infection for an individual patient is based on the clinical condition of the
patient, CD4 T cell count level, and HIV RNA (viral load).
Treatment should be offered to all patients with the primary infection (acute HIV syndrome).
Treatment should be offered to all patients with the primary infection (acute HIV syndrome).
In general, treatment should be offered to individuals with fewer than 350 CD4+ T cells/mm3 or
plasma HIV RNA levels exceeding 55,000 copies/mL (RT-PCR assay).
297. Which of the following body substances causes increased gastric secretion, dilation of
capillaries, and constriction of the bronchial smooth muscle?
Histamine
When cells are damaged, histamine is released.
Bradykinin is a polypeptide that stimulates nerve fibers and causes pain.

Serotonin is a chemical mediator that acts as a potent vasoconstrictor and bronchoconstrictor.
Prostaglandins are unsaturated fatty acids that have a wide assortment of biologic activity.
298. Which type of hypersensitivity reaction involves immune complexes formed when antigens
bind to antibodies?
Type III
Type III hypersensitivity is associated with systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis,
serum sickness, certain types of nephritis, and some types of bacterial endocarditis.
Type I or anaphylactic hypersensitivity is an immediate reaction, beginning within minutes of

exposure to an antigen.
Type II, or cytotoxic, hypersensitivity occurs when the system mistakenly identifies a normal
constituent of the body as foreign.
Type IV, or delayed-type, hypersensitivity occurs 24-72 hours after exposure to an allergen.
299. When the patient's eosinophil count is 50-90% of blood leukocytes, the nurse interprets the
result as
indicative of idiopathic hypereosinophilic syndrome.

When eosinophils make up 50-90% of white cell count, the patient is demonstrating severe
eosinophilia.
Moderate eosinophilia, 15-40% of white cell count consisting of eosinophils, are found in
patients with allergic disorders.
A level between 5 and 15% eosinophils is nonspecific but does suggest allergic reaction.
Eosinophils normally make up 1-3% of the total number of white blood cells.
300. Which of the following interventions is the single most important aspect for the patient at
risk for anaphylaxis?
Prevention
People who have experienced food, medication, idiopathic, or exercise-induced anaphylactic
reactions should always carry an emergency kit containing epinephrine for injection to prevent
the onset of the reaction upon exposure.
While helpful, the patient may require epinephrine to treat a potential reaction.
While helpful, there must be no lapses in desensitization therapy because this may lead to the
reappearance of an allergic reaction when the medication is re-instituted.
The medical alert bracelet will assist those rendering aid to the patient who has experienced an
anaphylactic reaction.
301. When the nurse observes diffuse swelling involving the deeper skin layers in the patient
who has experienced an allergic reaction, the nurse records the finding as
angioneurotic edema.
The area of skin demonstrating angioneurotic edema may appear normal but often has a reddish
hue and does not pit.
Urticaria (hives) is characterized as edematous skin elevations that vary in size and shape, itch,
and cause local discomfort.
Contact dermatitis refers to inflammation of the skin caused by contact with an allergenic
substance, such as poison ivy.
Pitting edema is the result of increased interstitial fluid and associated with disorders such as
congestive heart failure.
302. Atopic allergic disorders are characterized by
a hereditary predisposition.
Atopic allergic disorders are characterized by a hereditary predisposition and production of a
local reaction to IgE antibodies produced in response to common environmental allergens.
Atopic and nonatopic allergic disorders are IgE-mediated allergic reactions.

303. The nurse teaches the patient with allergies about anaphylaxis including which of the
following statements?
The most common cause of anaphylaxis is penicillin.

The most common cause of anaphylaxis, accounting for about 75% of fatal anaphylactic
reactions in the U.S., is penicillin.
Although possibly severe, anaphylactoid reactions are rarely fatal.

Food items that are common causes of anaphylaxis include peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, fish,
milk, eggs, soy and wheat.
Local reactions usually involve urticaria and angioedema at the site of the antigen exposure.
Systemic reactions occur within about 30 minutes of exposure involving cardiovascular,
respiratory, gastrointestinal, and integumentary organ systems.
304. Which of the following statements describes the clinical manifestations of a delayed
hypersensitivity (type IV) allergic reaction to latex?
Signs and symptoms are localized to the area of exposure, usually the back of the hands.
Clinical manifestations of a delayed hypersensitivity reaction are localized to the area of
exposure.
Clinical manifestations of an irritant contact dermatitis can be eliminated by changing glove

brands or using powder-free gloves.
With an irritant contact dermatitis, avoid use of hand lotion before donning gloves as this may
worsen symptoms as lotions may leach latex proteins from the gloves.
Described as a latex allergy, when clinical manifestations occur within minutes after exposure to
latex, an immediate hypersensitivity (type I) allergic reaction has occurred.
305. Which of the following terms refers to fixation or immobility of a joint?
Ankylosis
Ankylosis may result from disease or scarring due to trauma.
Hemarthrosis refers to bleeding into the joint.

Diarthrodial refers to a joint with two freely moveable parts.
Arthroplasty refers to replacement of a joint.
306. Accumulation of crystalline depositions in articular surfaces, bones, soft tissue, and
cartilage is referred to as
tophi.
Tophi, when problematic, are surgically excised.
Subchondral bone refers to a bony plate that supports the articular cartilage.
Pannus refers to newly formed synovial tissue infiltrated with inflammatory cells.
Joint effusion refers to the escape of fluid from the blood vessels or lymphatics into the joint
cavity.
307. Passive range-of-motion exercises are indicated during which stage of rheumatic disease?
Acute
Passive range of motion is indicated because the patient is unable to perform exercises alone
during an acute stage of rheumatic disease.
Active assistive or active range of motion is recommended during the subacute stage of
rheumatic diseases.
Active range of motion and isometrics are recommended during the inactive stage of rheumatic
diseases.
Active range of motion and isometrics are recommended during the remission stage of rheumatic
diseases.
308. Which of the following connective tissue disorders is characterized by insoluble collagen
being formed and accumulating excessively in the tissues?
Scleroderma
Scleroderma occurs initially in the skin but also occurs in blood vessels, major organs, and body
systems, potentially resulting in death.
Rheumatoid arthritis results from an autoimmune response in the synovial tissue with damage
taking place in body joints.
SLE is an immunoregulatory disturbance that results in increased autoantibody production.
In polymyalgia rheumatic, immunoglobulin is deposited in the walls of inflamed temporal
arteries.
309. Osteoarthritis is known as a disease that
is the most common and frequently disabling of joint disorders.

The functional impact of osteoarthritis on quality of life, especially for elderly patients, is often
ignored.
Reiter's syndrome is a spondyloarthropathy that affects young adult males and is characterized
primarily by urethritis, arthritis, and conjunctivitis.
Psoriatic arthritis, characterized by synovitis, polyarthritis, and spondylitis requires early
treatment because of early damage caused by disease.
Ankylosing spondylitis causes the described problem and is usually diagnosed in the second or
third decade of life.
310. Which of the following newer pharmacological therapies used for the treatment of
osteoarthritis is thought to improve cartilage function and retard degradation as well as have
some anti-inflammatory effects?
Viscosupplementation
Viscosupplementation, the intraarticular injection of hyaluronic acid, is thought to improve
cartilage function and retard degradation. It may also have some anti-inflammatory effects.
Glucosamine and chondroitin are thought to improve tissue function and retard breakdown of
cartilage.
Chondroitin and glucosamine are thought to improve tissue function and retard breakdown of
cartilage.
Capsaicin is a topical analgesic.
311. Which of the following statements reflect nursing interventions in the care of the patient
with osteoarthritis?
Encourage weight loss and an increase in aerobic activity.

Weight loss and an increase in aerobic activity such as walking, with special attention to
quadriceps strengthening are important approaches to pain management.
Patients should be assisted to plan their daily exercise at a time when the pain is least severe, or
plan to use an analgesic, if appropriate, prior to their exercise session.
Gastrointestinal complications, especially GI bleeding, are associated with the use of
nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
Topical analgesics such as capsaicin and methylsalicylate may be used for pain management.
312. Fibromyalgia is a common condition that
involves chronic fatigue, generalized muscle aching and stiffness.

Fibromyalgia, is a common condition that involves chronic fatigue, generalized muscle aching,
and stiffness.
The cause is unknown and no pathological characteristics have been identified that are specific
for the condition
Treatment consists of attention to the specific symptoms reported by the patient. NSAIDs may be
used to treat the diffuse muscle aching and stiffness. Tricyclic antidepressants are used to
improve or restore normal sleep patterns and individualized programs of exercise are used to
decrease muscle weakness and discomfort and to improve the general de-conditioning that
occurs in these individuals
Fibromyalgia, is a common condition that involves chronic fatigue, generalized muscle aching,
and stiffness. It is very typical for patients to have endured their symptoms for a long period of
time.
313. Which of the following terms refers to a condition characterized by destruction of the
melanocytes in circumscribed areas of the skin?
Vitiligo
Vitiligo results in the development of white patches that may be localized or widespread.
Hirsutism is the condition of having excessive hair growth.

Lichenification refers to a leathery thickening of the skin.
Telangiectases refers to red marks on the skin caused by stretching of the superficial blood
vessels.
314. Of the following types of cells, which are believed to play a significant role in cutaneous
immune system reactions?
Langerhans' cells
Langerhans' cells are common to the epidermis and are accessory cells of the afferent immune
system process.
Merkel's cells are the receptor cells in the epidermis that transmit stimuli to the axon via a
chemical response.
Melanocytes are special cells of the epidermis that are primarily involved in producing melanin,
which colors the hair and skin.
Phagocytes are white blood cells that engulf and destroy foreign materials.
315. When the nurse assesses the patient and observes blue-red and dark brown plaques and
nodules, she recognizes that these manifestations are associated with
Kaposi's sarcoma.
Kaposi's sarcoma is a frequent comorbidity of the patient with AIDS.
With platelet disorders, the nurse observes ecchymoses (bruising) and purpura (bleeding into the
skin).
Urticaria (wheals or hives) is the manifestation of allergic reactions.
A painless chancre or ulcerated lesion is a typical finding in the patient with syphilis.
316. The nurse reading the physician's report of an elderly patient’s physical examination knows
a notation that the patient demonstrates xanthelasma refers to
yellowish waxy deposits on upper eyelids.

The change is a common, benign manifestation of aging skin or it can sometimes signal
hyperlipidemia.
Solar lentigo is the term that refers to liver spots.

Melasma is the term that refers to dark discoloration of the skin.
Cherry angioma is the term that is used to describe a bright red mole.
317. The nurse notes that the patient demonstrates generalized pallor and recognizes that this
finding may be indicative of
anemia.
In the light-skinned individual, generalized pallor is a manifestation of anemia. In brown- and
black-skinned individuals, anemia is demonstrated as a dull skin appearance.
Albinism is a condition of total absence of pigment in which the skin appears whitish pink.
Vitiligo is a condition characterized by the destruction of the melanocytes in circumscribed areas
of skin, resulting in patchy, milky white spots.
Local arterial insufficiency is characterized by marked localized pallor.
318. Which of the following terms refers most precisely to a localized skin infection of a single
hair follicle?
Furuncle
Furuncles occur anywhere on the body, but are most prevalent in areas subjected to irritation,
pressure friction, and excessive perspiration, such as the back of the neck, the axillae, or the
buttocks.
A carbuncle is a localized skin infection involving several hair follicles.

Chelitis refers to dry cracking at the corners of the mouth.
Comedones are the primary lesions of acne, caused by sebum blockage in the hair follicle.
319. The nurse recommends which of the following types of therapeutic baths for its antipruritic
action?
Colloidal (Aveeno, oatmeal)

Aveeno or oatmeal baths are recommended to decrease itching associated with a dermatologic
disorder.
Sodium bicarbonate,baking soda baths are cooling but dangerous. The tub gets very slippery and
a bath mat must be used in the tub.
Water baths have the same effect as wet dressings, not known to counteract itching.
Saline baths have the same effects as saline dressings, not known to counteract itching.
320. Which of the following materials consists of a powder in water?
Suspension
A suspension requires shaking before application, exemplified by calamine lotion.
A hygroscopic agent is a powder that acts to absorb and retain moisture from the air and to
reduce friction between surfaces.
A paste is a mixture of powder and ointment.
A linament is a lotion with oil added to prevent crusting.
321. Which of the following skin conditions is caused by staphylococci, streptococci, or multiple
bacteria?
Impetigo
Impetigo is seen at all ages, but is particularly common among children living under poor
hygienic conditions.
Scabies is caused by the itch mite.

Pediculosis capitis is caused by head lice.
Poison ivy is a contact dermatitis caused by the oleoresin given off by a particular form of ivy.
322. The nurse teaches the patient who demonstrates herpes zoster (shingles) that
the infection results from reactivation of the chickenpox virus.

It is assumed that herpes zoster represents a reactivation of latent varicella (chickenpox) virus
and reflects lowered immunity.
It is believed that the varicella zoster virus lies dormant inside nerve cells near the brain and
spinal cord and is reactivated with weakened immune systems and cancers.
A person who has had chickenpox is immune and, therefore, not at risk of infection after
exposure to patients with herpes zoster.
There is some evidence that infection is arrested if oral antiviral agents are administered within
24 hours of the initial eruption.
323. Development of malignant melanoma is associated with which of the following risk factors?
Individuals with a history of severe sunburn

Ultraviolet rays are strongly suspected as the etiology of malignant melanoma.
Fair-skinned, blue-eyed, light-haired people of Celtic or Scandinavian origin are at higher risk
for development of malignant melanoma.
People who burn and do not tan are at risk for development of malignant melanoma.
Elderly individuals who retire to the southwestern United States appear to have a higher
incidence of development of malignant melanoma.
324. When caring for a patient receiving autolytic debridement therapy, the nurse
advises the patient about the foul odor that will occur during therapy.
During autolytic debridement therapy a foul odor will be produced by the breakdown of cellular
debris. This odor does not indicate that the wound is infected.
During autolytic debridement therapy the wound is kept moist.

During autolytic debridement therapy the wound is covered with an occlusive dressing.
Commercially available enzymatic debriding agents include Accuzyme, Clooagenase, Granulex,
and Zymase.
325. Which of the following reflect the pathophysiology of cutaneous signs of HIV disease?
Immune function deterioration

Cutaneous signs may be the first manifestations of HIV, appearing in more than 90 per cent of
HIV infected patients as the immune function deteriorates. Common complaints include pruritis,
folliculitis, and chronic actinic dermatitis.
Cutaneous signs of HIV disease correlate to low CD4 counts.
Cutaneous signs of HIV disease appear as immune function deteriorates.
326. Most skin conditions related to HIV disease may be helped primarily by
highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART).

The goals of all HIV-related conditions include improvement of CD4 count and lowering of viral
load. Initiation of HAART (highly active antiretroviral therapy) will help improve most skin
conditions related to HIV disease. Symptomatic relief will be required until the skin condition
improves.
Initiation of HAART (highly active antiretroviral therapy) will help improve most skin
conditions related to HIV disease. Symptomatic relief will be required until the skin condition
improves.
High-potency, not low-potency, topical corticosteroid therapy may be helpful for some skin
conditions.
Improvement of the patient's nutritional status is beneficial for the overall treatment of HIV
disease; it is not specific for treatment of skin conditions.
327. Which of the following terms refers to a graft derived from one part of a patient's body and
used on another part of that same patient's body?
Autograft
Autografts of full-thickness and pedicle flaps are commonly used for reconstructive surgery,
months or years after the initial injury.
An allograft is a graft transferred from one human (living or cadaveric) to another human.
A homograft is a graft transferred from one human (living or cadaveric) to another human.
A heterograft is a graft obtained from an animal of a species other than that of the recipient.
328. When the emergency nurse learns that the patient suffered injury from a flash flame, the
nurse anticipates which depth of burn?
Deep partial thickness

A deep partial thickness burn is similar to a second-degree burn and is associated with scalds and
flash flames.
Superficial partial thickness burns are similar to first-degree burns and are associated with
sunburns.
Full thickness burns are similar to third-degree burns and are associated with direct flame,
electric current, and chemical contact.
Injury from a flash flame is not associated with a burn that is limited to the epidermis.
329. Regarding emergency procedures at the burn scene, the nurse teaches which of the
following guidelines?
Never wrap burn victims in ice.

Such procedure may worsen the tissue damage and lead to hypothermia in patients with large
burns.
Ice must never be applied directly to a burn because it may worsen the tissue damage.
Chemical burns resulting from contact with a corrosive material are irrigated immediately.
Such procedures may worsen the tissue damage and lead to hypothermia in patients with large
burns.
330. The first dressing change for an autografted area is performed
as soon as foul odor or purulent drainage is noted, or 3-5 days after surgery.
A foul odor or purulent infection may indicate infection and should be reported to the surgeon
immediately.
The first dressing change usually occurs 3-5 days after surgery.
Sanguineous drainage on a dressing covering an autograft is an anticipated abnormal observation
postoperatively.
331. Which of the following observations in the patient who has undergone allograft for
treatment of burn site must be reported to the physician immediately?
Crackles in the lungs

Crackles in the lungs may indicate a fluid buildup indicative of congestive heart failure and
pulmonary edema.
Pain at the allograft donor site is anticipated, since the nerve endings have been stimulated.
Sanguineous drainage at the allograft donor site is anticipated, since upper layers of tissue have
been removed.
Decreased pain at the recipient site is anticipated since the wound has been protected by the
graft.
332. Which of the following factors are associated with increased fluid requirements in the
management of patients with burn injury?
Inhalation injuries
Factors associated with increased fluid requirements include inhalation injuries, delayed
resuscitation, scald burn injuries, high-voltage electrical injuries, hyperglycemia, alcohol
intoxification and chronic diuretic therapy.
Chemical burn injuries are not associated with increased fluid requirements.
Low-voltage electrical injuries are not associated with increased fluid requirements.
Hypoglycemia is not associated with increased fluid requirements.
333.Acticoat( antimicrobial barrier dressings used in the treatment of burn wounds can be left in
place for
five days.
Acticoat( antimicrobial barrier dressings can be left in place for up to five days thus helping to
decrease discomfort to the patient, decrease costs of dressing supplies, and decrease nursing time
involved in burn dressing changes.
334. A new biosynthetic dressing used in the treatment of burns, TransCyte(, is used to treat
burns of indeterminate depth

TransCyte( is used to treat burns in which the depth is indeterminate or between superficial and
deep partial thickness in depth.
BCG Matrix( is a temporary biosynthetic wound covering intended for use with partial-thickness
burns and donor sites
TransCyte( is used to treat burns in which the depth is indeterminate or between superficial and
deep partial thickness in depth.
BCG Matrix( is a temporary biosynthetic wound covering intended for use with partial-thickness
burns and donor sites
335. Which of the following statements reflect current research regarding the utilization of non-
pharmacological measures in the management of burn pain?
Music therapy may provide reality orientation, distraction, and sensory stimulation.
Researchers have found that music affects both the physiologic and psychological aspects of the
pain experience. Music diverts the patient’s attention away from the painful stimulus. Music
may also provide reality orientation, distraction, and sensory stimulation. It also allows for
patient self-expression.
Music diverts the patient’s attention away from, not toward, the painful stimulus.
Humor therapy has proven effective in the management of burn pain.
Pet therapy has not proven effective in the management of burn pain.
336. The most important intervention in the nutritional support of a patient with a burn injury is
to provide adequate nutrition and calories to:
decrease catabolism.
The most important intervention in the nutritional support of a patient with a burn injury is to
provide adequate nutrition and calories to decrease catabolism. Nutritional support with
optimized protein intake can decrease the protein losses by approximately 50%.
A marked increase in metabolic rate is seen after a burn injury; interventions are instituted to
decrease metabolic rate and catabolism.
A marked increase in glucose demands are seen after a burn injury; interventions are instituted to
decrease glucose demands and catabolism.
Rapid skeletal muscle breakdown with amino acids serving as the energy source is seen after a
burn injury; interventions are instituted to decrease catabolism.
337. Which of the following terms refers to the absence of the natural lens?
Aphakia
When a cataract is extracted, and an intraocular lens implant is not used, the patient demonstrates
aphakia.
Scotoma refers to a blind or partially blind area in the visual field.

Keratoconus refers to a cone-shaped deformity of the cornea.
Hyphema refers to blood in the anterior chamber of the eye.
338. Edema of the conjunctiva is termed
chemosis.
Chemosis is a common manifestation of pink-eye.
Papilledema refers to swelling of the optic disk due to increased intracranial pressure.
Proptosis is the downward displacement of the eyeball.
Strabismus is a condition in which there is a deviation from perfect ocular alignment.
339. When the patient tells the nurse that his vision is 20/200, and asks what that means, the
nurse informs the patient that a person with 20/200 vision
sees an object from 20 feet away that a person with normal vision sees from 200 feet away.
The fraction 20/20 is considered the standard of normal vision.
Most people, positioned 20 feet from the eye chart, can see the letters designated as 20/20 from a
distance of 20 feet.
The standard of normal vision, 20/20 means that the patient can read the 20/20 line from a
distance of 20 feet.
In order to read the 20/20 line, the person of normal vision will be standing at a distance of 20
feet from the chart.
340. Which type of glaucoma presents an ocular emergency?
Acute angle-closure glaucoma

Acute angle-closure glaucoma results in rapid progressive visual impairment.
Normal tension glaucoma is treated with topical medication.

Ocular hypertension is treated with topical medication.
Chronic open-angle glaucoma is treated initially with topical medications, with oral medications
added at a later time.
341. Which of the following categories of medications increases aqueous fluid outflow in the
patient with glaucoma?
Cholinergics
Cholinergics increase aqueous fluid outflow by contracting the ciliary muscle, causing miosis,
and opening the trabecular meshwork.
Beta-blockers decrease aqueous humor production.

Alpha-adrenergic agonists decrease aqueous humor production.
Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors decrease aqueous humor production.
342. Which of the following statements describe refractive surgery?
Refractive surgery is an elective, cosmetic surgery performed to reshape the cornea.

Refractive surgery is an elective procedure and is considered a cosmetic procedure (to achieve
clear vision without the aid of prosthetic devices). It is performed to reshape the cornea for the
purpose of correction of all refractive errors.
Refractive surgery will not alter the normal aging process of the eye.
Patients with conditions that are likely to adversely affect corneal wound healing (corticosteroid
use, immunosuppression, elevated IOP) are not good candidates for the procedure.
The corneal structure must be normal and refractive error stable.
343. The nurse knows that a postoperative vision-threatening complication of LASIK refractive
surgery, diffuse lamellar keratitis (DLK) occurs
in the first week after surgery.
DLK is a peculiar, non-infectious, inflammatory reaction in the lamellar interface after LASIK.
It is characterized by a white granular, diffuse culture-negative lamellar keratitis occurring in the
first week after surgery. Studies suggest that since no single agent appears to be solely the cause
of DLK, a multifactorial etiology is likely.
344. The nurse advises the patient undergoing photodynamic therapy (PDT) for macular
degeneration to avoid exposure to direct sunlight or bright lights for
the first five days after the procedure.

Photodynamic therapy includes the use of verteporfin, a light-activated dye. The dye within the
blood vessels near the surface of the skin could become activated with exposure to strong light,
such as sunlight or bright lights. Ordinary indoor light is not a problem. The patient should be
counseled to wear protective clothing, such as long-sleeved shirts, sunglasses, and wide-brimmed
hats, if the patient has to go outdoors during daylight hours in the first five days post-treatment.
Inadvertent sunlight exposure can lead to severe blistering of the skin and sunburn.
345. Retinoblastoma is the most common eye tumor of childhood; it is hereditary in
30-40% of cases.
Retinoblastoma can be hereditary or nonhereditary. It is hereditary in 30-40% of cases. All
bilateral cases are hereditary.
346. Which of the following terms refers to altered sensation of orientation in space?
Dizziness
Dizziness may be associated with inner ear disturbances.
Vertigo is the illusion of movement where the individual or the surroundings are sensed as
moving.
Tinnitus refers to a subjective perception of sound with internal origin.
Nystagmus refers to involuntary rhythmic eye movement.
347. Of the following terms, which describes a condition characterized by abnormal spongy bone
formation around the stapes?
Otosclerosis
Otosclerosis is more common in females than males and is frequently hereditary.
A middle ear effusion is denoted by fluid in the middle ear without evidence of infection.
Chronic otitis media is defined as repeated episodes of acute otitis media causing irreversible
tissue damage and persistent tympanic membrane perforation.
Otitis externa refers to inflammation of the external auditory canal.
348. Ossiculoplasty is defined as

surgical reconstruction of the middle ear bones.
Ossiculoplasty is performed to restore hearing.
Surgical repair of the eardrum is termed tympanoplasty.

Tympanotomy or myringotomy is the term used to refer to incision into the tympanic membrane.
349. Which of the following terms refers to surgical repair of the tympanic membrane?
Tympanoplasty
Tympanoplasty may be necessary to repair a scarred eardrum.
A tympanotomy is an incision into the tympanic membrane.

A myringotomy is an incision into the tympanic membrane.
An ossiculoplasty is a surgical reconstruction of the middle ear bones to restore hearing.
350. Of the following tests, which uses a tuning fork between two positions to assess hearing?
Rinne's
In the Rinne's test, the examiner shifts the stem of a vibrating tuning fork between two positions
to test air conduction of sound and bone conduction of sound.
The whisper test involves covering the untested ear and, whispering from a distance of 1 or 2 feet
from the unoccluded ear, and the ability of the patient to repeat what was whispered.
The watch tick test relies on the ability of the patient to perceive the high-pitched sound made by
a watch held at the patient's auricle.
The Weber's test uses bone conduction to test lateralization of sound.
351. Which of the following conditions of the inner ear is associated with normal hearing?
Vestibular neuronitis
Vestibular neuronitis is a disorder of the vestibular nerve characterized by severe vertigo with
normal hearing.
Meniere's disease is associated with progressive sensorineural hearing loss.

Labyrinthitis is associated with varying degrees of hearing loss.
Endolymphatic hydrops refers to dilation in the endolymmphatic space associated with Meniere's
disease.
352. Of the following terms, which refers to the progressive hearing loss associated with aging?
Presbycusis
Both middle and inner ear age-related changes result in hearing loss.
Exostoses refers to small, hard, bony protrusions in the lower posterior bony portion of the ear
canal.
Otalgia refers to a sensation of fullness or pain in the ear.
Sensorineural hearing loss is loss of hearing related to damage of the end organ for hearing
and/or cranial nerve VIII.
353. Which of the following statements describes benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)?
The vertigo is usually accompanied by nausea and vomiting; however hearing impairment does
not generally occur.
BPPV is a brief period of incapacitating vertigo that occurs when the position of the patient's
head is changed with respect to gravity. The vertigo is usually accompanied by nausea and
vomiting; however hearing impairment does not generally occur.
The onset of BPPV is sudden and followed by a predisposition for positional vertigo, usually for
hours to weeks but occasionally for months or years.
BPPV is speculated to be caused by the disruption of debris within the semi circular canal. This
debris is formed from small crystals of calcium carbonate from the inner ear structure, the
utricle.
BPPV is frequently stimulated by head trauma, infection, or other events.
354. Nursing management of the patient with acute symptoms of benign paroxysmal positional
vertigo includes which of the following?
Bed rest
Bed rest is recommended for patients with acute symptoms. Canalith repositioning procedures
(CRP) may be used to provide resolution of vertigo, and patients with acute vertigo may be
medicated with meclizine for 1-2 weeks.
The Epley procedure is not recommended for patients with acute vertigo.
Patients with acute vertigo may be medicated with meclizine for 1-2 weeks.
The Dix-Hallpike test is an assessment test used to evaluate for BPPV.
355. Which of the following terms refers to the inability to recognize objects through a particular
sensory system?
Agnosia
Agnosia may be visual, auditory, or tactile.
Dementia refers to organic loss of intellectual function.

Ataxia refers to the inability to coordinate muscle movements.
Aphasia refers to loss of the ability to express oneself or to understand language.
356. Which of the following terms refers to weakness of both legs and the lower part of the
trunk?
Paraparesis
Paraparesis is a frequent manifestation of degenerative neurologic disorders.
Hemiplegia refers to paralysis of one side of the body or a part of it due to an injury to the motor
areas of the brain.
Quadriparesis refers to weakness that involves all four extremities.
Paraplegia refers to paralysis of both legs and the lower trunk.
357. Of the following neurotransmitters, which demonstrates inhibitory action, helps control
mood and sleep, and inhibits pain pathways?
Serotonin
The sources of serotonin are the brain stem, hypothalamus, and dorsal horn of the spinal cord.
Enkephalin is excitatory and associated with pleasurable sensations.

Norepinephrine is usually excitatory and affects mood and overall activity.
Acetylcholine is usually excitatory, but the parasympathetic effects are sometimes inhibitory.
358. The lobe of the brain that contains the auditory receptive areas is the ____________ lobe.
temporal
The temporal lobe plays the most dominant role of any area of the cortex in cerebration.
The frontal lobe, the largest lobe, controls concentration, abstract thought, information storage or
memory, and motor function.
The parietal lobe contains the primary sensory cortex, which analyzes sensory information and
relays interpretation to the thalamus and other cortical areas.
The occipital lobe is responsible for visual interpretation.
359. The lobe of the brain that is the largest and controls abstract thought is the ____________
lobe.
frontal
The frontal lobe also controls information storage or memory and motor function.
The temporal lobe contains the auditory receptive area.

The parietal lobe contains the primary sensory cortex, which analyzes sensory information and
relays interpretation to the thalamus and other cortical areas.
The occipital lobe is responsible for visual interpretation.
360. Which of the following terms is used to describe the fibrous connective tissue that covers
the brain and spinal cord?
Meninges
The meninges have three layers, the dura mater, arachnoid mater, and pia mater.
The dura mater is the outmost layer of the protective covering of the brain and spinal cord.
The arachnoid is the middle membrane of the protective covering of the brain and spinal cord.
The pia mater is the innermost membrane of the protective covering of the brain and spinal cord.
361. The cranial nerve that is responsible for salivation, tearing, taste, and sensation in the ear is
the _____________________ nerve.
vestibulocochlear
The vestibulocochlear (VII) cranial nerve is responsible for hearing and equilibrium.
The oculomotor (III) cranial nerve is responsible for the muscles that move the eye and lid,
pupillary constriction, and lens accommodation.
The trigeminal (V) cranial nerve is responsible for facial sensation, corneal reflex, and
mastication.
The facial (VII) nerve controls facial expression and muscle movement.
362. The cranial nerve that is responsible for muscles that move the eye and lid is the
_____________________ nerve.
oculomotor
The oculomotor (III) cranial nerve is also responsible for pupillary constriction and lens
accommodation.
The trigeminal (V) cranial nerve is responsible for facial sensation, corneal reflex, and
mastication.
The facial (VII) nerve is responsible for salivation, tearing, taste, and sensation in the ear.
363. The cranial nerve that is responsible for facial sensation and corneal reflex is the
_____________________ nerve.
trigeminal
The trigeminal (V) cranial nerve is also responsible for mastication.
The oculomotor (III) cranial nerve is responsible for the muscles that move the eye and lid,
pupillary constriction, and lens accommodation.
The facial nerve is responsible for salivation, tearing, taste, and sensation in the ear.
364. Upper motor neuron lesions cause
no muscle atrophy.
Upper motor neuron lesions do not cause muscle atrophy but do cause loss of voluntary control.
Lower motor neuron lesions cause decreased muscle tone.

Lower motor neuron lesions cause flaccid paralysis.
Lower motor neuron lesions cause absent or decreased reflexes.
365. Lower motor neuron lesions cause
flaccid muscle paralysis.

Lower motor neuron lesions cause flaccid muscle paralysis, muscle atrophy, decreased muscle
tone, and loss of voluntary control.
Upper motor neuron lesions cause increased muscle tone.

Upper motor neuron lesions cause no muscle atrophy.
Upper motor neuron lesions cause hyperactive and abnormal reflexes.
366. The percentage of patients over the age of 70 admitted to the hospital with delirium is about
25%.
About 25% of patients over the age of 70 admitted to the hospital have delirium. The cause is
often reversible and treatable (as in drug toxicity, vitamin B12 deficiency or thyroid disease) or
chronic and irreversible. Depression may produce impairment of attention and memory.
About 25% of patients over the age of 70 admitted to the hospital have delirium.
367. Structural and motor changes related to aging that may be assessed in geriatric patients
during an examination of neurologic function include which of the following?
Decreased or absent deep tendon reflexes

Structural and motor changes related to aging that may be assessed in geriatric patients include
decreased or absent deep tendon reflexes.
Pupillary responses are reduced or may not appear at all in the presence of cataracts
There is an overall slowing of autonomic nervous system responses
Strength and agility are diminished and reaction and movement times are decreased.
368. What safety actions does the nurse need to take for a patient on oxygen therapy who is
undergoing magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)?
Ensure that no patient care equipment containing metal enters the room where the MRI is
located.
For patient safety the nurse must make sure no patient care equipment (e.g., portable oxygen
tanks) that contains metal or metal parts enters the room where the MRI is located. The magnetic
field generated by the unit is so strong that any metal-containing items will be strongly attracted
and can literally be pulled away with such great force that they can fly like projectiles towards
the magnet.
For patient safety the nurse must make sure no patient care equipment (e.g., portable oxygen
tanks) that contains metal or metal parts enters the room where the MRI is located.
369. Which of the following terms refer to a method of recording, in graphic form, the electrical
activity of the muscle?
Electromyogram
Electromyogram is a method of recording, in graphic form, the electrical activity of the muscle.
Electroencephalogram is a method of recording, in graphic form, the electrical activity of the

brain.
Electrocardiography is performed to assess the electrical activity of the heart.
Electrogastrography is an electrophysiologic study performed to assess gastric motility
disturbances.
370. Which of the following are sympathetic effects of the nervous system?
Dilated pupils
Dilated pupils are a sympathetic effect of the nervous system. Constricted pupils are a
parasympathetic effect.
Decreased blood pressure is a parasympathetic effect. Increased blood pressure is a sympathetic

effect.
Increased peristalsis is a parasympathetic effect. Decreased peristalsis is a sympathetic effect.
Decreased respiratory rate is a parasympathetic effect. Increased respiratory rate is a sympathetic
effect.
371. Lesions in the temporal lobe may result in which of the following types of agnosia?
Auditory
Lesions in the temporal lobe (lateral and superior portions) may result in auditory agnosia.
Lesions in the occipital lobe may result in visual agnosia.
Lesions in the parietal lobe may result in tactile agnosia.
Lesions in the parietal lobe (posteroinferior regions) may result in relationship and body part
agnosia.
372. When the nurse observes that the patient has extension and external rotation of the arms and
wrists and extension, plantar flexion, and internal rotation of the feet, she records the patient's
posturing as
decerebrate.
Decerebrate posturing is the result of lesions at the midbrain and is more ominous than
decorticate posturing.
The described posturing results from cerebral trauma and is not normal.
The patient has no motor function, is limp, and lacks motor tone with flaccid posturing.
In decorticate posturing, the patient has flexion and internal rotation of the arms and wrists and
extension, internal rotation, and plantar flexion of the feet.
373. Monro-Kellie hypothesis refers to
the dynamic equilibrium of cranial contents.

The hypothesis states that because of the limited space for expansion within the skull, an increase
in any one of the cranial contents (brain tissue, blood, or cerebrospinal fluid) causes a change in
the volume of the others.
Akinetic mutism is the phrase used to refer to unresponsiveness to the environment.

Cushing's response is the phrase used to refer to the brain's attempt to restore blood flow by
increasing arterial pressure to overcome the increased intracranial pressure.
Persistent vegetative state is the phrase used to describe a condition in which the patient is
wakeful but devoid of conscious content, without cognitive or affective mental function.
374. A patient who demonstrates an obtunded level of consciousness
sleeps almost constantly but can be aroused and can follow simple commands.
An obtunded patient stays awake only with persistent stimulation.
A confused patient has difficulty following commands, and may be agitated or irritable.
A patient who sleeps often and shows slowed speech and thought processes is described as
lethargic.
A comatose patient does not respond to environmental stimuli.
375. An osmotic diuretic, such as Mannitol, is given to the patient with increased intracranial
pressure (IICP) in order to
dehydrate the brain and reduce cerebral edema.

Osmotic diuretics draw water across intact membranes, thereby reducing the volume of brain and
extracellular fluid.
Antipyretics and a cooling blanket are used to control fever in the patient with IICP.
Chloropromazine (Thorazine) may be prescribed to control shivering in the patient with IICP.
Medications such as barbiturates are given to the patient with IICP to reduce cellular metabolic
demands.
376. Which of the following positions are employed to help reduce intracranial pressure (ICP)?
Avoiding flexion of the neck with use of a cervical collar

Use of a cervical collar promotes venous drainage and prevents jugular vein distortion that will
increase ICP.
Slight elevation of the head is maintained to aid in venous drainage unless otherwise prescribed.
Extreme rotation of the neck is avoided because compression or distortion of the jugular veins
increases ICP.
Extreme hip flexion is avoided because this position causes an increase in intra-abdominal
pressure and intrathoracic pressure, which can produce a rise in ICP.
377. Which of the following insults or abnormalities most commonly causes ischemic stroke?
Cocaine use
Cocaine is a potent vasoconstrictor and may result in a life-threatening reaction, even with the
individual's first unprescribed use of the drug.
Arteriovenous malformations are associated with hemorrhagic strokes.

Trauma is associated with hemorrhagic strokes.
Intracerebral aneurysm rupture is associated with hemorrhagic strokes.
378. When the patient is diagnosed as having global aphasia, the nurse recognizes that the patient
will
be unable to form words that are understandable or comprehend the spoken word.
Global aphasia is a combination of expressive and receptive aphasia and presents tremendous
challenge to the nurse to effectively communicate with the patient.
In receptive aphasia, the patient is unable to form words that are understandable.
In expressive aphasia, the patient is unable to form words that are understandable.
The patient who is unable to speak at all is referred to as mute.
379. Which of the following terms related to aphasia refers to the inability to perform previously
learned purposeful motor acts on a voluntary basis?
Apraxia
Verbal apraxia refers to difficulty in forming and organizing intelligible words although the
musculature is intact.
Agnosia is failure to recognize familiar objects perceived by the senses.

Agraphia refers to disturbances in writing intelligible words.
Perseveration is the continued and automatic repetition of an activity or word or phrase that is no
longer appropriate.
380. Which of the following terms related to aphasia refers to the failure to recognize familiar
objects perceived by the senses?
Agnosia
Auditory agnosia is failure to recognize significance of sounds.
381. Which of the following terms related to aphasia refers to difficulty reading?
Alexia
Alexia or dyslexia may occur in the absence of aphasia.
382. Which of the following terms related to aphasia refers to difficulty in selecting appropriate
words, particularly nouns?
Anomia
Anomia is also termed dysnomia.
Acalculia refers to difficulty in dealing with mathematical processes or numerical symbols in

general.
Dysarthria refers to defects of articulation due to neurologic causes.
Paraphasia refers to using wrong words, word substitutions, and faults in word usage in both oral
and written language.
383. A patient has had neurologic deficits lasting for more than 24 hours, and now the symptoms
are resolving. The nurse concludes that the patient has had which type of stroke?
Reversible ischemic neurologic deficit

With a reversible ischemic neurologic deficit, the patient has more pronounced signs and
symptoms that last more than 24 hours; symptoms resolve in a matter of days without any
permanent neurologic deficit.
With a TIA, the patient has a temporary episode of neurologic dysfunction that may last a few
seconds or minutes but not longer than 24 hours.
With a stroke in evolution the patient experiences a worsening of neurological signs and
symptoms over several minutes or hours; it is a progressing stroke.
With a completed stroke, the patient's neurological signs and symptoms have stabilized with no
indication of further progression of the hypoxic insult to the brain.
384. Which of the following is a modifiable risk factor for transient ischemic attacks and
ischemic strokes?
History of smoking.
Modifiable risk factors for TIAs and ischemic stroke include hypertension, Type 1 diabetes,
cardiac disease, history of smoking, and chronic alcoholism.
Hypertension, Type 1 diabetes, and cardiac disease are modifiable risk factors for TIAs and
ischemic stroke.
Chronic alcoholism is a modifiable risk factor for TIAs and ischemic stroke.
Advanced age, gender, and race are non-modifiable risk factors for stroke.
385. A patient who has had a previous stroke and is taking warfarin tells the nurse that he started
taking garlic to help reduce his blood pressure. The nurse knows that garlic when taken together
with warfarin
can greatly increase the international normalization ratio (INR) and therefore increase the risk of
bleeding.
Garlic and warfarin taken together can greatly increase the INR, increasing the risk of bleeding.
386. Later signs of increased intracranial pressure (ICP) later include which of the following?
Projectile vomiting
Projectile vomiting may occur with increased pressure on the reflex center in the medulla.
As ICP increases, the pulse rate decreases.

As ICP increases, the blood pressure increases.
As ICP increases, the pulse pressure (the difference between the systolic and the diastolic
pressure) widens.
387. Bleeding between the dura mater and arachnoid membrane is termed
subdural hematoma.
A subdural hematoma is bleeding between the dura mater and arachnoid membrane.
Intracerebral hemorrhage is bleeding in the brain or the cerebral tissue with displacement of
surrounding structures.
An epidural hematoma is bleeding between the inner skull and the dura, compressing the brain
underneath.
An extradural hematoma is another name for an epidural hematoma.
388. Which of the following statements reflect nursing management of the patient with
expressive aphasia?
Encourage the patient to repeat sounds of the alphabet.

Nursing management of the patient with expressive aphasia includes encouraging the patient to
repeat sounds of the alphabet.
Nursing management of the patient with global aphasia includes speaking clearly and in simple
sentences and using gestures or pictures when able.
Nursing management of the patient with receptive aphasia includes speaking slowing and clearly
to assist the patient in forming the sounds.
Nursing management of the patient with cognitive deficits, such as memory loss, includes
frequently reorienting the patient to time, place, and situation.
389. Health promotion efforts to decrease the risk for ischemic stroke involve encouraging a
healthy lifestyle including
a low fat, low cholesterol diet, and increasing exercise.

Health promotion efforts to decrease the risk for ischemic stroke involve encouraging a healthy
lifestyle including a low fat, low cholesterol diet, and increasing exercise.
Recent evidence suggests that eating fish two or more times per week reduces the risk of
thrombotic stroke for women
390. Before the patient diagnosed with a concussion is released from the Emergency Department,
the nurse teaches the family or friends who will be tending to the patient to contact the physician
or return to the ED if the patient
vomits.
Vomiting is a sign of increasing intracranial pressure and should be reported immediately.
In general, the finding of headache in the patient with a concussion is an expected abnormal
observation. However, severe headache should be reported or treated immediately.
Weakness of one side of the body should be reported or treated immediately.
Difficulty in waking the patient should be reported or treated immediately.
391. When the nurse reviews the physician's progress notes for the patient who has sustained a
head injury and sees that the physician observed Battle's sign when the patient was in the
Emergency Department, the nurse knows that the physician observed
an area of bruising over the mastoid bone.

Battle's sign may indicate skull fracture.
A bloodstain surrounded by a yellowish stain on the head dressing is referred to as a halo sign
and is highly suggestive of a cerebrospinal fluid leak.
Escape of CSF from the patient's ear is termed otorrhea.
Escape of CSF from the patient's nose is termed rhinorrhea.
392. Which of the following findings in the patient who has sustained a head injury indicate
increasing intracranial pressure (ICP)?
Widened pulse pressure

Additional signs of increasing ICP include increasing systolic blood pressure, bradycardia, rapid
respirations, and rapid rise in body temperature.
Bradycardia, slowing of the pulse, is an indication of increasing ICP in the head-injured patient.
Rapid respiration is an indication of increasing ICP in the head-injured patient.
A rapid rise in body temperature is regarded as unfavorable because hyperthermia may indicate
brain stem damage, a poor prognostic sign.
393. Which of the following nursing interventions is appropriate when caring for the awake and
oriented head injury patient?
Supply oxygen therapy to keep blood gas values within normal range.
The goal is to keep blood gas values within normal range to ensure adequate cerebral circulation.
In general, the head of the bed is elevated about 30 degrees to decrease intracranial venous
pressure.
Coughing should not be encouraged because it increases intracranial pressure.
Restraints should be avoided because straining against them can increase intracranial pressure.
Use of padded side rails and application of mitts are the appropriate interventions in the agitated
head-injured patient.
394. Of the following stimuli, which is known to trigger an episode of autonomic hyperreflexia
in the patient who has suffered a spinal cord injury?
Applying a blanket over the patient
An object on the skin or skin pressure may precipitate an autonomic hyperreflexic episode.
In general, constipation or fecal impaction triggers autonomic hyperreflexia.

When the patient is observed to be demonstrating signs of autonomic hyperreflexia, he is placed
in a sitting position immediately to lower blood pressure.
The most common cause of autonomic hyperreflexia is a distended bladder.
395. Risk factors that increase the likelihood of post-traumatic seizures following a head injury
include which of the following?
Age over 65 years

Risk factors that increase the likelihood of post-traumatic seizures following a head injury
include brain contusion with subdural hematoma, skull fracture, loss of consciousness or amnesia
of 1 day or more, and age over 65 years.
Loss of consciousness or amnesia of 1 day or more is a risk factor that increases the likelihood of
post-traumatic seizures following a head injury
The GCS assesses level of consciousness; a score of 10 or less indicates the need for emergency
attention. It is not a risk factor for post-traumatic seizures.
Brain contusion with subdural hematoma is a risk factor that increases the likelihood of post-
traumatic seizures following a head injury
396. A post-traumatic seizure classified as early occurs
within 1-7 days of injury.

Posttraumatic seizures are classified as immediate (occurring within 24 hours of injury), early,
(occurring within 1-7 days of injury) or late, occurring more than 7 days following injury.
Posttraumatic seizures are classified as immediate (occurring within 24 hours of injury), early,
(occurring within 1-7 days of injury) or late, occurring more than 7 days following injury.
Posttraumatic seizures occurring within 24 hours of injury are classified as immediate seizures.
Posttraumatic seizures occurring more than 7 days following surgery are classified as late
seizures.
397. The nurse assesses the dressing of a patient with a basal skull fracture and sees the halo sign
- a blood stain surrounded by a yellowish stain. The nurse knows that this sign
is highly suggestive of a cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak.

The halo sign - a blood stain surrounded by a yellowish stain is highly suggestive of a
cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak.
398. A Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) score of 7 or less is generally interpreted as

coma.
The Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) is a tool for assessing a patient's response to stimuli. A score of
7 or less is generally interpreted as coma.
A GCS score of 10 or less indicates a need for emergency attention.

A GCS score of 3 is interpreted as least responsive.
A GCS score of 15 is interpreted as most responsive.
399. Which of the following terms refers to muscular hypertonicity with increased resistance to
stretch?
Spasticity
Spasticity is often associated with weakness, increased deep tendon reflexes, and diminished
superficial reflexes.
Akathesia refers to a restless, urgent need to move around and agitation.

Ataxia refers to impaired ability to coordinate movement.
Myoclonus refers to spasm of a single muscle or group of muscles.
400. Of the following terms, which refers to blindness in the right or left halves of the visual
fields of both eyes?
Homonymous hemianopsia
Homonymous hemianopsia occurs with occipital lobe tumors.
Scotoma refers to a defect in vision in a specific area in one or both eyes.

Diplopia refers to double vision or the awareness of two images of the same object occurring in
one or both eyes.
Nystagmus refers to rhythmic, involuntary movements or oscillations of the eyes.
401. Which of the following terms is used to describe rapid, jerky, involuntary, purposeless
movements of the extremities?
Chorea
Choreiform movements, such as grimacing, may also be observed in the face.
Bradykinesia refers to very slow voluntary movements and speech.

Dyskinesia refers to impaired ability to execute voluntary movements.
Spondylosis refers to degenerative arthritis of the cervical or lumbar vertebrae.
402. Which of the phases of a migraine headache usually lasts less than an hour?
Aura
The aura phase occurs in about 20% of patients who have migraines and may be characterized by
focal neurological symptoms.
The prodrome phase occurs hours to days before a migraine headache.

The headache phase lasts from 4 to 72 hours.
During the post-headache phase, patients may sleep for extended periods.
403. The most common type of brain neoplasm is the
glioma.
Gliomas are the most common brain neoplasms, accounting for about 45% of all brain tumors.
Angiomas account for approximately 4% of brain tumors.

Meningiomas account for 15-20% of all brain tumors.
Neuromas account for 7% of all brain tumors.
404. Which of the following diseases is a chronic, degenerative, progressive disease of the
central nervous system characterized by the occurrence of small patches of demyelination in the
brain and spinal cord?
Multiple sclerosis
The cause of MS is not known and the disease affects twice as many women as men.
Parkinson's disease is associated with decreased levels of dopamine caused by destruction of

pigmented neuronal cells in the substantia nigra in the basal ganglia of the brain.
Huntington's disease is a chronic, progressive, hereditary disease of the nervous system that
results in progressive involuntary dance-like movement and dementia.
Creutzfeldt-Jakob's disease is a rare, transmissible, progressive fatal disease of the central
nervous system characterized by spongiform degeneration of the gray matter of the brain.
405. Which of the following diseases is associated with decreased levels of dopamine due to
destruction of pigmented neuronal cells in the substantia nigra in the basal ganglia of the brain?
Parkinson's disease
In some patients, Parkinson's disease can be controlled; however, it cannot be cured
406. Which of the following diseases is a chronic, progressive, hereditary disease of the nervous
system that results in progressive involuntary dance-like movement and dementia?
Huntington's disease
Because it is transmitted as an autosomal dominant genetic disorder, each child of a parent with
HD has a 50% risk of inheriting the illness.
407. Which of the following diseases is a rare, transmissible, progressive fatal disease of the
central nervous system characterized by spongiform degeneration of the gray matter of the brain?
Creutzfeldt-Jakob's disease
The disease causes severe dementia and myoclonus.
408. Bell's palsy is a disorder of which cranial nerve?
Facial (VII)
Bell's palsy is characterized by facial dysfunction, weakness, and paralysis
Trigeminal neuralgia is a disorder of the trigeminal nerve and causes facial pain.
Meniere's syndrome is a disorder of the vestibulocochlear nerve.
Guillain-Barre syndrome is a disorder of the vagus nerve.
409. The most common cause of acute encephalitis in the United States is
Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV).

Viral infection is the most common cause of encephalitis. HSV is the most common cause of
acute encephalitis in the U.S.
Cryptococcus neoformans is one of several fungi that may cause fungal encephalitis. Fungal
infections of the central nervous system occur rarely in healthy people.
The Western equine encephalitis virus is one of four types of arboviral encephalitis that occur in
North America.
Candida albicans is one of several fungi that may cause fungal encephalitis. Fungal infections of
the central nervous system occur rarely in healthy people.
410. Which of the following reflects basic nursing measures in the care of the patient with viral
encephalitis?
Providing comfort measures

Providing comfort measures directed at the headache, include dimmed lights, limited noise, and
analgesics are the basic nursing measures in the care of the patient with a viral encephalitis.
Narcotic analgesics may mask neurologic symptoms; therefore, they are used cautiously.
With viral encephalitis, acyclovir therapy is commonly prescribed; Amphotericin B is used in the
treatment of fungal encephalitis.
Nursing management of the patient with viral encephalitis includes monitoring of blood
chemistry test results and urinary output to alert the nurse to the presence of renal complications
related to acyclovir therapy.
411. Nursing management of the patient with new variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (nvCJD)
includes
providing supportive care.

The nvCJD is a progressive fatal disease with no treatment available. Due to the fatal outcome of
nvCJD, nursing care is primarily supportive.
Prevention of disease transmission is an important part of providing nursing care. Although

patient isolation is not necessary, use of standard precautions is important. Institutional protocols
are followed for blood and body fluid exposure and decontamination of equipment.
Organ donation is not an option because of the risk for disease transmission.
Amphotericin B is used in the treatment of fungal encephalitis; no treatment is available for
nvCJD.
412. Three medications referred to as the 'ABC drugs' are currently the main pharmacological
therapy for multiple sclerosis. Which of the following statements reflects information to be
included in patient teaching?
Flu-like symptoms can be controlled with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and
usually resolve after a few months of therapy.
Seventy-five percent of patients taking one of the interferons experience flu-like symptoms that
can be controlled with NSAIDS and usually resolve after a few months of therapy.
Interferon beta-la is given by intramuscular injection once a week.

Interferon beta-1b is administered subcutaneously once a week.
Glatiramer acetate is administed by intramuscular injection once a week.
413. Korsakoff's syndrome is characterized by
psychosis, disorientation, delirium, insomnia, and hallucinations.

Korsakoff's syndrome is a personality disorder characterized by psychosis, disorientation,
delirium, insomnia, and hallucinations.
Creutzefeldt-Jacob disease results in severe dementia and myoclonus.

The three cardinal signs of Parkinson's disease are tremor, rigidity, and bradykinesia.
Huntington's disease results in progressive involuntary choreiform (dancelike) movement and
dementia.
414. The primary North American vector transmitting arthropod-borne virus encephalitis is the
mosquito
Arthropod vectors transmit several types of viruses that cause encephalitis. The primary vector
in North America is the mosquito.
415. The initial symptoms of new variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (nvCJD) are
anxiety, depression, and behavioral changes.

Anxiety, depression, and behavioral changes are the initial symptoms of nvCJD
Memory and cognitive impairment occur late in the course of nvCJD

Anxiety, depression and behavioral changes are the initial symptoms of nvCJD
416. A patient with fungal encephalitis receiving amphotericin B complaints of fever, chills, and
body aches. The nurse knows that these symptoms
may be controlled by the administration of diphenhydramine (Benedryl) and acetaminophen

(Tylenol) approximately 30 minutes prior to administration of the amphotericin.
Administration of amphotericin B may cause fever, chills and body aches. The administration of
diphenhydramine (Benedryl) and acetaminophen (Tylenol) approximately 30 minutes prior to the
administration of amphotericin B may prevent these side effects.
Renal toxicity due to amphotericin B is dose limiting. Monitoring the serum creatinine and blood
urea nitrogen levels may alert the nurse to the development of renal insufficiency and the need to
address the patients’ renal status.
Vascular changes are associated with C. immitis and Aspergillus Manifestations of vascular
change may include arteritis or cerebral infarction.
Blood and CSF cultures help diagnosis fungal encephalitis.
417. The patient with Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) encephalitis is receiving acyclovir (Zovirax).
The nurse monitors blood chemistry test results and urinary output for
renal complications related to acyclovir therapy.

Monitoring of blood chemistry test results and urinary output will alert the nurse to the presence
of renal complications related to acyclovir therapy.
Monitoring of blood chemistry test results and urinary output will alert the nurse to the presence
of renal complications related to acyclovir therapy. To prevent relapse treatment with acyclovir
should continue for up to 3 weeks.
418. Medical management of arthropod-borne virus (arboviral) encephalitis is aimed at
controlling seizures and increased intracranical pressure.

There is no specific medication for arboviral encephalitis. Medical management is aimed at
controlling seizures and increased intracranial pressure
419. The patient receiving mitoxantrone (Novantrone) for treatment of secondary progressive
multiple sclerosis (MS) is closely monitored for
leukopenia and cardiac toxicity.
Mitoxantrone is an antineoplastic agent used primarily to treat leukemia and lyphoma but is also
used to treat secondary progressive MS. Patients need to have laboratory tests ordered and the
results closely monitored due to the potential for leukopenia and cardiac toxicity.
Patients receiving corticosteroids are monitored for side effects related to corticosteroids such as
mood changes and fluid and electrolyte alterations.
Patients receiving mitoxantrone are closely monitored for leukopenia and cardiac toxicity.
420. What percentage of patients who survived the polio epidemic of the 1950s are now
estimated to have developed post-polio syndrome?
60-80%
Patients who survived the polio epidemic of the 1950s, many now elderly, are developing new
symptoms of weakness, fatigue and musculoskeletal pain. It is estimated that between 60% and
80% of the 640,000 polio survivors are experiencing the phenomenon known as post-polio
syndrome.
421. Which of the following statements describe the pathophysiology of post-polio syndrome?
The exact cause is unknown, but aging or muscle overuse is suspected.

The exact cause of post-polio syndrome is not known but researchers suspect that with aging or
muscle overuse the neurons not destroyed originally by the poliovirus are unable to continue
generating axon sprouts.
422. Which of the following statements reflect nursing interventions of a patient with post-polio
syndrome?
Providing care aimed at slowing the loss of strength and maintaining the physical, psychological
and social well being of the patient.
No specific medical or surgical treatment is available for this syndrome and therefore nursing
plays a pivotal role in the team approach to assisting patients and families in dealing with the
symptoms of progressive loss of muscle strength and significant fatigue. Nursing interventions
are aimed at slowing the loss of strength and maintaining the physical, psychological and social
well being of the patient.
Patients need to plan and coordinate activities to conserve energy and reduce fatigue. Important
activities should be planned for the morning as fatigue often increases in the afternoon and
evening.
Pain in muscles and joints may be a problem. Nonpharmacologic techniques such as the
application of heat and cold are most appropriate because these patients tend to have strong
reactions to medications.
423. Which of the following terms is used to describe edema of the optic nerve?
Papilledema
Papilledema is edema of the optic nerve.
Scotoma is a defect in vision in a specific area in one or both eyes.

Lymphedema is the chronic swelling of an extremity due to interrupted lymphatic ciruclation,
typically from an axillary dissection.
Angioneurotic edema is a condition characterized by urticaria and diffuse swelling of the deeper
layers of the skin.
424. Degenerative neurologic disorders include which of the following?
Huntington's disease
Huntington's disease is a chronic, progressive, degenerative neurologic hereditary disease of the
nervous system that results in progressive involuntary choreiform movement and dementia.
Paget's disease is a musculoskeletal disorder, characterized by localized rapid bone turnover,

most commonly affecting the skull, femur, tibia, pelvic bones, and vertebrae.
Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone.
Malignant glioma is the most common type of brain tumor.
425. Bone density testing in patients with post-polio syndrome has demonstrated
low bone mass and osteoporosis.

Bone density testing in patients with post-polio syndrome has demonstrated low bone mass and
osteoporosis. Thus, the importance of identifying risks, preventing falls, and treating
osteoporosis must be discussed with patients and their families.
426. Which of the following terms refers to mature compact bone structures that form concentric
rings of bone matrix?
Lamellae
Lamellae are mineralized bone matrix.
Endosteum refers to the marrow cavity lining of hollow bone.

Trabecula refers to lattice-like bone structure.
Cancellous bone refers to spongy, lattice-like bone structure.
427. An osteon is defined as a
microscopic functional bone unit.

The center of an osteon contains a capillary.
An osteoblast is a bone-forming cell.

An osteoclast is a bone resorption cell.
An osteocyte is a mature bone cell.
428. Which of the following terms refers to the shaft of the long bone?
Diaphysis
The diaphysis is primarily cortical bone.
An epiphysis is an end of a long bone.

Lordosis refers to an increase in lumbar curvature of spine.
Scoliosis refers to lateral curving of the spine.
429. Paresthesia is the term used to refer to
abnormal sensations.
Abnormal sensations, such as burning, tingling, and numbness, are referred to as paresthesias.
The absence of muscle tone suggesting nerve damage is referred to as paralysis.

Involuntary twitch of muscle fibers is referred to as fasciculation.
A muscle which holds no tone is termed flaccid.
430. Which of the following terms refers to a grating or crackling sound or sensation?
Crepitus
Crepitus may occur with movement of ends of a broken bone or irregular joint surface.
Callus is fibrous tissue that forms at the fracture site.

Clonus refers to rhythmic contraction of muscle.
Fasciculation refers to involuntary twitch of muscle fibers.
431. Which of the following terms refers to muscle tension being unchanged with muscle
shortening and joint motion?
Isotonic contraction
Exercises such as swimming and bicycling are isotonic.
Isometric contraction is characterized by increased muscle tension, unchanged muscle length,

and no joint motion.
Contracture refers to abnormal shortening of muscle, joint, or both.
432. During which stage or phase of bone healing after fracture does callus formation occur?
Reparative
Callus formation occurs during the reparative stage but is disrupted by excessive motion at the
fracture site
Remodeling is the final stage of fracture repair during which the new bone is reorganized into the
bone's former structural arrangement.
During inflammation, macrophages invade and debride the fracture area.
Revascularization occurs within about 5 days after the fracture.
433. During which stage or phase of bone healing after fracture is devitalized tissue removed and
new bone reorganized into its former structural arrangement?
Remodeling
Remodeling is the final stage of fracture repair.
During inflammation, macrophages invade and debride the fracture area.

Callus formation occurs during the reparative stage but is disrupted by excessive motion at the
fracture site.
434. Which nerve is assessed when the nurse asks the patient to spread all fingers?
Ulnar
Asking the patient to spread all fingers allows the nurse to assess motor function affected by
ulnar innervation while pricking the fat pad at the top of the small finger allows assessment of
the sensory function affected by the ulnar nerve.
The peroneal nerve is assessed by asking the patient to dorsiflex the ankle and extend the toes.
The radial nerve is assessed by asking the patient to stretch out the thumb, then the wrist, and
then the fingers at the metacarpal joints.
The median nerve is assessed by asking the patient to touch the thumb to the little finger.
435. Which nerve is assessed when the nurse asks the patient to dorsiflex the ankle and extend
the toes?
Peroneal
The motor function of the peroneal nerve is assessed by asking the patient to dorsiflex the ankle
and extend the toes while the sensory function is assessed by pricking the skin between the great
and center toes.
436. Which of the following statements reflect the progress of bone healing?
Serial x-rays are used to monitor the progress of bone healing.

The type of bone fractured, the adequacy of blood supply, the surface contact of the fragments,
and the general health of the person influence the rate of fracture healing.
The type of bone fractured, the adequacy of blood supply, the surface contact of the fragments,
and the general health of the person influence the rate of fracture healing.
Adequate immobilization is essential until there is x-ray evidence of bone formation with
ossification.
437. Diminished range of motion, loss of flexibility, stiffness, and loss of height are history and
physical findings associated with age-related changes of the
joints.
History and physical findings associated with age-related changes of the joints include
diminished range of motion, loss of flexibility, stiffness, and loss of height.
History and physical findings associated with age-related changes of bones include loss of
height, posture changes, kyphosis, flexion of hips and knees, back pain, osteoporosis, and
fracture.
History and physical findings associated with age-related changes of muscles include loss of
strength, diminished agility, decreased endurance, prolonged response time (diminished reaction
time), diminished tone, a broad base of support, and a history of falls.
History and physical findings associated with age-related changes of ligaments include joint pain
on motion that resolves with rest, crepitus, joint swelling/enlargement, and degenerative joint
disease (osteoarthritis).
438. Fracture healing occurs in four areas, including the
external soft tissue.

Fracture healing occurs in four areas, including the bone marrow, bone cortex, periosteum, and
the external soft tissue, where a bridging callus (fibrous tissue) stabilizes the fracture.
Fracture healing occurs in four areas, including the bone marrow, bone cortex, periosteum, and
the external soft tissue. Cartilage is special tissue at the ends of bone.
The bursae is a fluid-filled sac found in connective tissue, usually in the area of joints.
Fascia is fibrous tissue that covers, supports, and separates muscles.
439. Which of the following is an indicator of neurovascular compromise?
Capillary refill more than 3 seconds

Capillary refill more than 3 seconds is an indicator of neurovascular compromise. Other
indicators include cool skin temperature, pale or cyanotic color, weakness, paralysis, paresthesia,
unrelenting pain, pain on passive stretch, and absence of feeling.
Cool skin temperature is an indicator of neurovascular compromise.

Unrelenting pain is an indicator of neurovascular compromise.
Pain on passive stretch is an indicator of neurovascular compromise.
440. Which of the following terms refers to moving away from midline?
Abduction
Abduction is moving away from midline.
Adduction is moving toward midline.

Inversion is turning inward.
Eversion is turning outward.
441. Surgical fusion of a joint is termed
arthrodesis.
Arthrodesis of a joint is created surgically to treat chronic pain.
ORIF refers to surgery to repair and stabilize a fracture.

Heterotrophic ossification refers to formation of bone in the periprosthetic space.
Arthroplasty refers to surgical repair of a joint or joint replacement.
442. Which of the following devices is designed specifically to support and immobilize a body
part in a desired position?
Splint
A splint may be applied to a fractured extremity initially until swelling subsides.
A brace is an externally applied device to support a body part, control movement, and prevent
injury.
A CPM device is an instrument that moves a body part to promote healing and circulation.
A trapeze is an overhead patient-helping device to promote patient mobility in bed.
443. When caring for the patient in traction, the nurse is guided by which of the following
principles?
Skeletal traction is never interrupted.

Skeletal traction is applied directly to the bone and is never interrupted.
In order to be effective, weights must hang freely and not rest on the bed or floor.
Knots in the rope or the footplate must not touch the pulley or the foot of the bed.
Traction must be continuous to be effective in reducing and immobilizing fractures.
444. Meniscectomy refers to the
replacement of one of the articular surfaces of a joint.

The most common site for meniscectomy is the knee.
Fasciotomy refers to the incision and diversion of the muscle fascia to relieve muscle
constriction.
Hemiarthroplsty refers to the replacement of one of the articular surfaces of a joint.
Amputation refers to the removal of a body part.
445. In order to avoid hip dislocation after replacement surgery, the nurse teaches the patient
which of the following guidelines?
Never cross the affected leg when seated.

Crossing the affected leg may result in dislocation of the hip joint after total hip replacement.
The patient should be taught to keep the knees apart at all times.
The patient should be taught to put a pillow between the legs when sleeping.
The patient should be taught to avoid bending forward when seated in a chair.
446. Injury to the ______ nerve as a result of pressure is a cause of footdrop.
Peroneal
Injury to the peroneal nerve as a result of pressure is a cause of footdrop.
447. The nurse teaching the patient with a cast about home care includes which of the following
instructions?
Dry a wet fiberglass cast thoroughly using a hair dryer on a cool setting to avoid skin problems.
Instruct the patient to keep the cast dry and to dry a wet fiberglass cast thoroughly using a hair
dryer on a cool setting to avoid skin problems; do not cover it with plastic or rubber.
A cast should be kept dry; do not cover it with plastic or rubber because this causes
condensation, which dampens the cast and skin.
A casted extremitiy should be elevated frequently to heart level to prevent swelling.
A broken cast should be reported to the physician; the patient should not attempt to fix it.
448. A continuous passive motion (CPM) device applied after knee surgery
promotes healing by increasing circulation and movement of the knee joint.

A CPM device applied after knee surgery promotes healing by increasing circulation and
movement of the knee joint.
A CPM device provides passive range of motion.
449. Which of the following terms refers to disease of a nerve root?
Radiculopathy
When the patient reports radiating pain down the leg, he is describing radiculopathy.
Involucrum refers to new bone growth around the sequestrum.

Sequestrum refers to dead bone in an abscess cavity.
Contracture refers to abnormal shortening of muscle or fibrosis of joint structures.
450. Of the following common problems of the upper extremities, which results from entrapment
of the median nerve at the wrist?
Carpal tunnel syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome is commonly due to repetitive hand activities.
A ganglion, a collection of gelatinous material near the tendon sheaths and joints, appears as a
round, firm, cystic swelling, usually on the dorsum of the wrist.
Dupuytren's contracture is a slowly progressive contracture of the palmar fascia.
Impingement syndrome is associated with the shoulder and may progress to a rotator cuff tear.
451. When the nurse notes that the patient's left great toe deviates laterally, she recognizes that
the patient has a
hallux valgus.
Hallux valgus is commonly referred to as a bunion.
Hammertoes are usually pulled upward.

Pes cavus refers to a foot with an abnormally high arch and a fixed equinus deformity of the
forefoot.
In flatfoot, the patient demonstrates a diminished longitudinal arch of the foot.
452. Localized rapid bone turnover, most commonly affecting the skull, femur, tibia, pelvic
bones, and vertebrae, characterizes which of the following bone disorders?
Osteitis deformans
Osteitis deformans (Paget's disease) results in bone that is highly vascularized and structurally
weak, predisposing to pathologic fractures.
Osteomalacia is a metabolic bone disease characterized by inadequate mineralization of bone.
Osteoporosis is characterized by reduction of total bone mass and a change in bone structure
which increases susceptibility to fracture.
Osteomyelitis is an infection of bone that comes from extension of soft tissue infection, direct
bone contamination, or hematogenous spread.
453. Most cases of osteomyelitis are caused by which of the following microorganisms?
Staphylococcus
Staphylococcus aureus causes 70-80% of bone infections.
While Proteus species are frequently found in osteomyelitis, they do not cause the majority of
bone infections.
While Pseudomonas species are frequently found in osteomyelitis, they do not cause the majority
of bone infections.
While E. coli is frequently found in osteomyelitis, it does not cause the majority of bone
infections
454. Which of the following statements reflects information to be included when teaching the
patient about plantar fasciitis?
Management of plantar fasciitis includes stretching exercises.

Management also includes wearing shoes with support and cushioning to relieve pain, orthotic
devices (e.g., heel cups, arch supports), and the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
(NSAIDs).
Plantar fasciitis, an inflammation of the foot-supporting fascia, presents as an acute onset of heel
pain experienced with the first steps in the morning. The pain is localized to the anterior medial
aspect of the heel and diminishes with gentle stretching of the foot and Achilles tendon.
Unresolved plantar fasciitis may progress to fascial tears at the heel and eventual development of
heel spurs.
455. Lifestyle risk factors for osteoporosis include
lack of exposure to sunshine.

Lifestyle risk factors for osteoporosis include lack of exposure to sunshine, low calcium and
vitamin D diet, cigarette smoking, use of alcohol and/or caffeine, and lack of weight-bearing
exercise.
Lack of weight-bearing exercise, not aerobic exercise, is a lifestyle risk factor for osteoporosis.
A low calcium and vitamin D diet, not a low protein, high fat diet, is a lifestyle risk factor for
osteoporosis.
An estrogen deficiency or menopause is an individual, not lifestyle risk factor for osteoporosis.
Other individual risk factors include female gender, white non-Hispanic or Asian race, increased
age, low weight and body mass index, family history of osteoporosis, low initial bone mass, and
contributing co-existing medical conditions and medications.
456. The nurse teaches the patient with a high risk for osteoporosis about risk-lowering strategies
including which of the following statements?
Walk or perform weight-bearing exercises out of doors.

Risk-lowering strategies for osteoporosis include walking or exercising out of doors, performing
a regular weight-bearing exercise regimen, increasing dietary calcium and vitamin D intake,
smoking cessation, and consuming alcohol and caffeine consumption in moderation.
Risk-lowering strategies for osteoporosis include increasing dietary calcium and vitamin D
intake,
walking or exercising out of doors, smoking cessation, consuming alcohol and caffeine
consumption in moderation, and performing a regular weight-bearing exercise regimen.
457. Instructions for the patient with low back pain include which of the following?
When lifting, avoid overreaching.

Instructions for the patient with low back pain should include that when lifting, the patient
should avoid overreaching. The patient should also keep the load close to the body, bend the
knees and tighten the abdominal muscles, use a wide base of support, and use a back brace to
protect the back. When lifting, the patient with low back pain should bend the knees and tighten
the abdominal muscles.
458. Dupuytren's contracture causes flexion of the
fourth and fifth fingers.

Dupuytren's contracture causes flexion of the fourth and fifth fingers, and frequently the middle
finger.
459. A metabolic bone disease characterized by inadequate mineralization of bone is
osteomalacia
Osteomalacia is a metabolic bone disease characterized by inadequate mineralization of bone.
Osteoporosis is characterized by reduction of total bone mass and a change in bone structure
which increases susceptibility to fracture.
Osteomyelitis is an infection of bone that comes from extension of soft tissue infection, direct
bone contamination, or hematogenous spread.
Osteoarthritis (OA), also known as degenerative joint disease, is the most common and
frequently disabling of the joint disorders. OA affects the articular cartilage, subchondral bone,
and synovium.
460. Which of the following terms refers to an injury to ligaments and other soft tissues of a
joint?
Sprain
A sprain is caused by a wrenching or twisting motion.
Dislocation refers to the separation of joint surfaces.
Subluxation refers to partial separation or dislocation of joint surfaces.
Strain refers to a muscle pull or tear.
461. Which of the following terms refers to failure of fragments of a fractured bone to heal
together?
Nonunion
When nonunion occurs, the patient complains of persistent discomfort and movement at the
fracture site.
462. The Emergency Department nurse teaches patients with sports injuries to remember the
acronym RICE, which stands for which of the following combinations of treatment?
Rest, ice, compression, elevation

RICE is used for the treatment of contusions, sprains, and strains.
463. The nurse anticipates that the physician will perform joint aspiration and wrapping with
compression elastic dressing for which of the following musculoskeletal problems?
Joint effusion
The described treatments are used with joint effusions and hemarthrosis.
A strain is treated by RICE.

A sprain is treated by RICE.
Avascular necrosis describes death of tissue due to insufficient blood supply and may be
associated with steroid use.
464. When x-ray demonstrates a fracture in which bone has splintered into several pieces, that
fracture is described as
comminuted.
A comminuted fracture may require open reduction and internal fixation.
A compound fracture is one in which damage also involves the skin or mucous membranes.
A depressed fracture is one in which fragments are driven inward.
An impacted fracture is one in which a bone fragment is driven into another bone fragment.
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495. Which of the following statements reflect the nursing management of the patient with a
white phosphorus chemical burn?
Do not apply water to the burn.

Water should not be applied to burns from lye or white phosphorus because of the potential for
an explosion or deepening of the burn.
Water should not be applied to burns from lye or white phosphorus because of the potential for
an explosion or deepening of the burn.
496. During a disaster, the nurse sees a victim with a green triage tag. The nurse knows that the
person has
injuries that are minor and treatment can be delayed hours to days.
A green triage tag (priority 3 or minimal) indicates injuries that are minor and treatment can be
delayed hours to days.
A red triage tag (priority 1 or immediate) indicates injuries that are life-threatening but
survivable with minimal intervention.
A yellow triage tag (priority 2 or delayed) indicates injuries that are significant and require
medical care, but can wait hours without threat to life or limb.
A black triage tag (priority 4 or expectant) indicates injuries that are extensive and chances of
survival are unlikely even with definitive care.
497. If a person has been exposed to radiation, presenting symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting,
loss of appetite, diarrhea, or fatigue can be expected to occur within _______ hours after
exposure?
48 to 72
The prodromal phase (presenting symptoms) of radiation exposure occurs within 48 to 72 hours
after exposure. Signs and symptoms include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, and
fatigue. With high-dose radiation exposure, the signs and symptoms may include fever,
respiratory distress, and increased excitability.
498. Which of the following refers to a management tool for organizing personnel, facilities,
equipment, and communication for any emergency situation?
The Incident Command System

The Incident Command System (ICS) is a management tool for organizing personnel, facilities,
equipment and communication for any emergency situation. The federal government mandates
that the ICS be used during emergencies. Under this structure, one person is designated as
incident commander. This person must be continuously informed of all activities and informed
about any deviation from the established plan. While the ICS is primarily a field structure and
process, aspects of it are used at the level of an individual hospital’s emergency response plan as
well.
499. Which of the following terms refers to a process by which an individual receives education
about recognition of stress reactions and management strategies for handling stress?
Defusing
Defusing is a process by which the individual receives education about recognition of stress
reactions and management strategies for handling stress. It is a component of critical incident
stress management (CISM).
Debriefing is a more complicated intervention of critical incident stress management (CISM); it

involves 2- to 3- hour process during which participants are asked about their emotional
reactions to the incident, what symptoms they may be experiencing (e.g., flashbacks, difficulty
sleeping, intrusive thoughts) and other psychological ramifications.
In follow-up, members of the critical incident stress management (CISM) team contact the
participants of a debriefing and schedule a follow-up meeting if necessary. People with ongoing
stress reactions are referred to mental health specialists.
Critical incident stress management (CISM) is an approach to preventing and treating the
emotional trauma that can affect emergency responders as a consequence of their jobs but that
can also occur to anyone involved in a disaster or mass casualty incident.
500. The first step in decontamination is
removal of the patient's clothing and jewelry and then rinsing the patient with water.
To be effective, decontamination must include a minimum of two steps. The first step is removal
of the patient’s clothing and jewelry and then rinsing the patient with water. The second step
consists of a thorough soap and water wash and rinse.
A thorough soap and water wash and rinse of the patient is the second step in the
decontamination process. The first is to remove the patient's clothing and jewelry and then
rinsing the patient with water.
To be effective, decontamination must include a minimum of two steps. The first step is removal
of the patient’s clothing and jewelry and then rinsing the patient with water. The second step
consists of a thorough soap and water wash and rinse.

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1. According to Maslow, which of the following categories of needs represents the most basic?

Self-actualization is the highest level of need

3. Which of the following statements defines culture?

decreased cost of care associated with inpatient stay.

5. A preferred provider organization is described as a

business arrangement between hospitals and physicians.

A prepaid group health practice system is termed a health maintenance organization.

restoring maximum health function.

Promoting the health of populations is a focus of community/public health nursing.

10. The leading health problems of elementary school children include

Interpretation is used to determine the significance of data that is gathered.

Fidelity refers to the duty to be faithful to one's commitments.

Implementation is the actualization of the plan of care through nursing interventions.

nurses manage collaborative problems using physician-prescribed interventions.

Collaborative problems require both nursing and physician-prescribed interventions.

16. Health education of the patient by the nurse

is an independent function of nursing practice.

Teaching, as a function of nursing, is included in all state nurse practice acts.

Adults 65 and over

18. Experiential readiness to learn refers to the patient's

Assessment includes determining the patient's readiness regarding learning.

History of present illness

Educational level is relatively impersonal and readily revealed by the patient.

Palpation refers to examination by non-forceful touching.

Those who have a BMI of 25 to 29 are considered overweight.

100 pounds for 5 feet of height.

25. A steady state within the body is termed

A mental device (something on which to focus the attention)

Nutritional foundation, Relaxation techniques do not encompass specific nutritional guidelines.

Emotional disorder,There is no universally accepted definition of what constitutes an emotional

History of physical or sexual abuse

A risk factor for depression is female gender.

The Indo-Chinese may consider direct eye contact impolite or aggressive.

Seventh-Day Adventism prohibits consumption of pork.

The magico-religious view holds that illness is caused by forces of evil.

40. The aim of genomic medicine is

improving predictions about individuals’ susceptibility to diseases

The focus of genomic medicine is broader than the reproduction of cells.

41. Nondisjunction of a chromosome results in which of the following diagnoses?

Huntington disease is one example of a germ-line mutation.

Automosomal dominant inheritance

Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (G6PD) is a common enzyme abnormality that

The acute phase is characterized by sudden onset of severe or unrelieved symptoms or

The unstable phase is characterized by development of complications or reactivation of the

49. To prevent footdrop, the patient is positioned in:

Order to keep the feet at right angles to the leg

Semi-fowlers positioning is used to decrease the pressure of abdominal contents on the

A stage III ulcer extends into the subcutaneous tissue.

Bias against older people based solely on chronological age

Residual lung volume

The nurse anticipates decreased vital capacity.

Primary hypertension has no known underlying cause.

Presbycusis refers to age-related hearing loss.

58. Which of the following states is characterized by a decline in intellectual functioning?

Depression is a mood disorder that disrupts quality of life.

Addiction refers to a behavioral pattern of substance use characterized by a compulsion to take

60. Prostaglandins are chemical substances thought to

increase sensitivity of pain receptors.

A placebo effect is a true physiologic response.