NURS 6531N Week 4 Quiz 2 – Question and Answers (Graded A)
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Question 1
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Characteristics associated with the murmur of aortic stenosis include:
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Selected Answer: E.
A and C
Correct Answer: E.
A and C
Question 2
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A 28-year-old female presents to urgent care complaining of a fluttering feeling in her chest. She has been ill with vomiting and diarrhea for two days, but states the GI symptoms have now stopped. She just is concerned about the heart rate. The EKG reveals multifocal PVCs. The patient’s laboratory values are: serum potassium 2.6 mEq/L, serum sodium 144 mEq/L, serum chloride 90 mEq/L, and blood glucose 98 mg/dl. The nurse practitioner believes that the patient’s PVCs are likely caused by which of the following:
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Selected Answer: C.
Hypokalemia
Correct Answer: C.
Hypokalemia
Question 3
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Which of the following disorders is associated with genetic cardiovascular disease?
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Selected Answer: D.
All of the above
Correct Answer: C.
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Question 4
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Diastolic murmurs are best heard with:
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Selected Answer: B.
The diaphragm of the stethoscope
Correct Answer: B.
The diaphragm of the stethoscope
Question 5
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A 58-year-old female presents to the office complaining about heaviness in both legs. She works at a local department store and complains of discomfort when standing. She states that her mother had similar problems with her legs. Physical exam findings reveal no varicosities or edema. The nurse practitioner suspects which of the following in the differential diagnosis?
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Selected Answer: E.
A, B, and C
Correct Answer: D.
A and c
Question 6
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During the physical examination, the nurse practitioner notes the presence of an S4 gallop. The nurse practitioner realizes that an S4 occurs:
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Selected Answer: D.
Before the S3
Correct Answer: B.
Before the S1
Question 7
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Clinical diagnosis of an aortic aneurysm is suspected when the aorta is:
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Selected Answer: D.
At least 6 cm in diameter
Correct Answer: B.
At least 3 cm in diameter
Question 8
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An 88-year-old female presents complaining of “liquid” draining from her leg. She denies pain or injury. The physical exam reveals an irregularly shaped shallow ulceration on the posterior left lower extremity above the ankle. An area of warmth and erythema surround the lesion. The nurse practitioner suspects:
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Selected Answer: A.
A venous stasis ulcer
Correct Answer: A.
A venous stasis ulcer
Question 9
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The National Cholesterol Education Program’s Adult Treatment Panel III recommends that the goal for low density lipoproteins in high risk patients be less than:
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Selected Answer: B.
130 mg/dL
Correct Answer: C.
100 mg/dL
Question 10
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Which of the following are essential components of the vascular physical exam?
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Selected Answer: D.
All of the above
Correct Answer: D.
All of the above
Question 11
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Important education for patients with moderate or severe aortic stenosis includes:
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Selected Answer: D.
All of the above
Correct Answer: A.
Avoiding competitive sports
Question 12
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Which of the following best describes hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?
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Selected Answer: C.
Enlarged left ventricle and septum
Correct Answer: C.
Enlarged left ventricle and septum
Question 13
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Which of the following physical disorders are associated with obesity?
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Selected Answer: E.
All of the above
Correct Answer: E.
All of the above
Question 14
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Which of the following is not a risk factor for coronary arterial insufficiency?
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Selected Answer: A.
Hyperhomocysteinemia
Correct Answer: D.
Alcohol ingestion
Question 15
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Differential diagnosis of an abdominal aortic aneurysm includes which of the following?
Answer
Selected Answer: E.
A, B, and C
Correct Answer: E.
A, B, and C
Question 16
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A 57-year-old male presents to urgent care complaining of substernal chest discomfort for the past hour. The EKG reveals ST elevations in Leads II, III, and AVF. The nurse practitioner is aware that these changes are consistent with which myocardial infarction territory?
Answer
Selected Answer: B.
Anterior wall
Correct Answer: A.
Inferior wall
Question 17
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Which of the following physical exam findings suggests the presence of heart failure?
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Selected Answer: C.
Pericardial friction rub
Correct Answer: B.
S3
Question 18
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Studies have documented that cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death in women. Which of the following are potential causes for the prevalence of this disease in women?
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Selected Answer: D.
A and B
Correct Answer: D.
A and B
Question 19
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Causes of lipid disorders include:
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Selected Answer: E.
All of the above
Correct Answer: E.
All of the above
Question 20
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Which of the following is not a risk factor for development of an abdominal aortic aneurysm?
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Selected Answer: D.
Family history
Correct Answer: A.
Obesity
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