1. In examination of the nose, the clinician observes gray, pale mucous membranes with clear, serous discharge. This is most likely indicative of
2. Your patient complains of a feeling of heaviness in the lower legs daily. You note varicosities, edema, and dusky color of both ankles and feet. Wh...
NSG 5003 Midterm Exam 3 with Answers Question 1 (2 points) In examination of the nose, the clinician observes gray, pale mucous membranes with clear, serous discharge. This is most likely indicative of: Question 1 options: a) Bacterial sinusitis b) Allergic rhinitis c) Drug abuse d) Skull fracture Save Question 2 (2 points) Your patient complains of a feeling of heaviness in the lower legs daily. You note varicosities, edema, and dusky color of both ankles and feet. Which of the following is the most likely cause for these symptoms? Question 2 options: a) Femoral vein thrombosis b) Femoral artery thrombus c) Venous insufficiency d) Musculoskeletal injury Save Question 3 (2 points) Which of the following is the most important question to ask during cardiovascular health history? Question 3 options: a) Number of offspring b) Last physical exam c) Sudden death of a family member d) Use of caffeine Save Question 4 (2 points) Rheumatic heart disease is a complication that can arise from which type of infection? Question 4 options: a) Epstein -Barr virus b) Diphtheria c) Group A beta hemolytic streptococcus d) Streptococcus pneumoniae Save Question 5 (2 points) A cough is described as chronic if it has been present for: Question 5 options: a) 2 weeks or more b) 8 weeks or more c) 3 months or more d) 6 months or more Save Question 6 (2 points) A key symptom of ischemic heart disease is chest pain. However, angina equivalents may include exertional dyspnea. Angina equivalents are important because: Question 6 options: a) Women with ischemic heart disease many times do not present with chest pain b) Some patients may have no symptoms or atypical symptoms; diagnosis may only be made at the time of an actual myocardial infarction c) Elderly patients have the most severe symptoms d) A & B only Save
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