NURS 623 EXAM 3 PRACTICE/REVIEW QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
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A 35-year-old female patient is seen in the clinic complaining of abdominal
pain. Which of the following should be included in the history and physical
exam?
A. Digital Rectal Exam
B. Pelvic Exam
C. Sexual History
D. All of the above - CORRECT ANSWERS D. All of the above
A 28-year-old patient is seen in the clinic with colicky abdominal pain,
particularly with meals. She has frequent constipation, flatulence, and
abdominal distension. Which of the data make a diagnosis of diverticulitis
unlikely?
A. Her age
B. Flatulence
C. Frequent constipation
D. Colicky abdominal pain - CORRECT ANSWERS A. Her Age
A 25-year-old accountant is seen in the clinic complaining of crampy
abdominal pain after meals. She is often constipated and takes laxatives.
Following this, she has diarrhea for a couple of days. She temporarily feels
better after a bowel movement. She states she is embarrassed by flatulence
and has abdominal distension. She has had no weight loss or blood in her
stool. This problem has gone on for about 6 months. What should the next
step be?
A. Obtain a complete history
B. Order a barium enema.
C. Schedule a Bernstein's test.
D. Prescribe a trial of antispasmodics. - CORRECT ANSWERS A. Obtain a
complete history
,NURS 623 EXAM 3 PRACTICE/REVIEW QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
VERIFIED ANSWERS LATEST DOWNLOAD 2024/2025 BEST EXAM
SOLUTION RATED A+
A 46-year-old female patient is seen in the clinic with abdominal pain.
Which of the following tests is essential for this patient?
A. CBC
B. Urine HCG
C. Barium enema
D. CT - CORRECT ANSWERS B. Urine HCG
A 45-year-old patient presents with a chief complaint of generalized
abdominal pain. Her physical exam is remarkable for left lower quadrant
(LLQ) tenderness. Which of the following should be considered in the
differential diagnosis at this time?
A. Endometriosis
B. Colon Ca
C. Diverticulitis
D. All of the above - CORRECT ANSWERS D. All of the above
You assess for Cullen's sign in Dan, age 62, after surgery. Cullen's sign may
indicate:
A. Cholecystitis
B. Appendicitis
C. Intra-abdominal bleeding
D. Prostatitis - CORRECT ANSWERS C. Intra-abdominal bleeding
Marian, age 52, is obese. She complains of a rapid onset of severe right
upper quadrant (RUQ) pain, abdominal cramping, nausea, and vomiting.
Your differential diagnosis might be:
A. Diverticulitis
B. Gastritis
C. Cholecystitis
, NURS 623 EXAM 3 PRACTICE/REVIEW QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
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D. Appendicitis - CORRECT ANSWERS C. Cholecystitis
What is the most common cause of constipation?
A. Holding of bowel movements
B. Medication side-effect
C. Dietary choices
D. Lack of dietary fiber - CORRECT ANSWERS D. Lack of dietary fiber
A patient is seen in the office and is complaining of constipation. The
patient lists all of the following medications. Which drug could be
responsible for the constipation?
A. Lisinopril
B. Coreg
C. Linzess
D. Pepto-bismol - CORRECT ANSWERS D. Pepto-bismol
Which of the following pharmacological agents used to treat constipation
may cause flatulence and bloating and requires adequate fluid intake?
A. Lamictol
B. Linzess
C. Bulking agents
D. Senna cot - CORRECT ANSWERS C. Bulking agents
Which laxative is safe for long-term use?
A. Senna cot
B. Magnesium citrate
C. Methylcellulose (Citrucel)
D. Milk of magnesia - CORRECT ANSWERS C. Methylcellulose ( Citrucel)
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