Family Nurse Practitioner Program
Exam Preparation Guide
Course Introduction
The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Program is designed to prepare registered nurses for advanced practice roles in primary care settings, focusing on the health care needs of individuals and families across the lifespan. The curriculum integrates theoretical knowledge with clinical practice to develop skills in health assessment, diagnosis, disease prevention, and management of acute and chronic health conditions. Emphasizing evidence-based practice, cultural competence, and interprofessional collaboration, the program equips students with the expertise to provide comprehensive and holistic care in diverse community and clinical environments. Graduates of the FNP program are eligible to sit for national certification and assume leadership roles as primary care providers.
Recommended Textbook
Physical Examination and Health Assessment Canadian 2nd Edition by Carolyn Jarvis
Available Study Resources on Quizplus
31 Chapters
1148 Verified Questions
1148 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/study-set/1250
Page 2
Chapter 1: Critical Thinking and Evidence-Informed Assessment
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
35 Verified Questions
35 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24663
Sample Questions
Q1) A patient tells the nurse that he is very nervous,that he is nauseated,and that he "feels hot." This type of data would be:
A)objective.
B)reflective.
C)subjective.
D)introspective.
Answer: C
Q2) Which critical thinking skill helps the nurse recognize relationships among data?
A)Validation
B)Clustering-related cues
C)Identifying gaps in data
D)Distinguishing relevant from irrelevant
Answer: B
Q3) An older adult with urinary tract infection who is showing signs of confusion and agitation
A) first-level priority problem
B) second-level priority problem
C) third-level priority problem
Answer: A
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 3
Chapter 2: Health Promotion in the Context of Health Assessment
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
15 Verified Questions
15 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24664
Sample Questions
Q1) In what decade did Nola Pender first describe the Health Promotion Model?
A)1980s
B)1990s
C)2000s
D)2010s
Answer: A
Q2) Which of the following groups has the shortest life expectancy in Canada?
A)Health care providers
B)First Nations and Inuit people
C)Females in relation to males
D)Immigrant workers
Answer: B
Q3) Which of the following is an example of primary prevention?
A)Pap test
B)Immunization against polio
C)Mammography
D)Teaching foot care to a newly diagnosed diabetic
Answer: B
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 4
Chapter 3: Cultural Competence: Cultural Care and Social
Considerations in Health Assessment
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
41 Verified Questions
41 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24665
Sample Questions
Q1) Which statement correctly exemplifies a critical cultural perspective?
A)Culture is a relational aspect of people that shifts and changes over time.
B)Culture assumes that people act in similar ways in all circumstances.
C)Culture is most clearly reflected in a person's language and behaviour.
D)Culture adapts to specific environmental factors and available natural resources.
Answer: A
Q2) A nurse wants to practise using a relational approach.To do so,she must:
A)treat everyone the same and avoid looking at individual needs of patients.
B)look at herself,her history,her assumptions,and her biases.
C)ensure that she is nice to all of her patients and their families.
D)take a class on the application of the relational approach.
Answer: B
Q3) Which of the following statements accurately reflects the concept of ethnicity?
A)Ethnicity is dynamic and ever changing because of political forces.
B)Ethnicity refers to a group that shares heritage,culture,language,or religion.
C)Ethnicity refers to the belief in a higher power or being.
D)Ethnicity is a learned behaviour that includes language and socialization.
Answer: B
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 5
Chapter 4: The Interview
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
40 Verified Questions
40 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24666
Sample Questions
Q1) During a clinic visit,the patient states,"The doctor just told me I should stop smoking.He doesn't understand how hard I've tried.I just don't know the best way to do it.What should I do?" The nurse's most appropriate response in this case would be:
A)"I'd quit.The doctor really knows what he is talking about."
B)"Would you like some information about the different ways a person can quit smoking?"
C)"Stopping your dependence on cigarettes can be very difficult.I understand how you feel."
D)"Why are you confused? Didn't the doctor give you the information about the smoking cessation program we offer?"
Q2) A 16-year-old boy has just been admitted for overnight observation after being in an automobile accident.What is the nurse's best approach to communicating with him?
A)Use periods of silence to communicate respect for him.
B)Be totally honest with him,even if the information is unpleasant.
C)Tell him that everything that is discussed will be kept totally confidential.
D)Use slang language when possible to help him open up.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 6
Chapter 5: The Complete Health History
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
33 Verified Questions
33 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24667
Sample Questions
Q1) Which of the following is the appropriate health promotion question to ask during a review of symptoms?
A)"Do you use sunscreen while outside?"
B)"I need to see if your skin is warm and dry."
C)"Have you experienced any dizziness or headaches?"
D)"When you cough,what colour is the sputum you bring up?"
Q2) Which of the following best describes the purpose of a functional assessment?
A)It assesses how the individual is coping with life at home.
B)It determines how children are meeting developmental milestones.
C)It can identify any memory problems an individual may be experiencing.
D)In the case of the older adult,it helps determine how that person is managing day-to-day activities.
Q3) The nurse is obtaining the health history of an 87-year-old woman.Which of the following areas of questioning would be most useful at this time?
A)Obstetrical history
B)Childhood illnesses
C)General health for the past 20 years
D)Current health promotion activities
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
Chapter 6: Mental Health Assessment
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
42 Verified Questions
42 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24668
Sample Questions
Q1) The nurse is performing a mental health assessment on a 5-year-old girl.Her parents are in the middle of a bitter divorce and are worried about the effect it is having on their daughter.Which of the following might lead the nurse to be concerned about the girl's mental health?
A)She clings to her mother whenever the nurse is in the room.
B)She appears angry and will not make eye contact with the nurse.
C)Her mother states that the girl has begun to ride a tricycle around their yard.
D)Her mother states that her daughter prefers to play with toddlers instead of kids her own age while in daycare.
Q2) A patient drifts off to sleep when there is no stimulation.The nurse can arouse her easily by calling her name,but she remains drowsy during the conversation.The best description of this patient's level of consciousness would be:
A)lethargic.
B)obtunded.
C)stuporous.
D)semialert.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 8
Chapter 7: Substance Use in the Context of Health Assessment
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
25 Verified Questions
25 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24669
Sample Questions
Q1) A pregnant woman has just told you that she is smokes marijuana daily and snorts cocaine regularly.Which should the nurse do in relation to this information?
A)Complete a referral to Child Protection Services.
B)Ask the woman to stop substance use while she is pregnant.
C)Phone the doctor to obtain an order for methadone for the woman.
D)Maintain confidentiality,and use discretion when charting this information.
Q2) One of the three action plans in Canada's Anti-Drug Strategy is:
A)preventing dependency on prescription drugs.
B)harm-reduction needle exchange centers.
C)employee assistance programs for health care providers.
D)combating the distribution of illicit drugs.
Q3) Which of the following statements is false in relation to substance use?
A)Substance use is a recreational activity.
B)Many people use substances to feel numb.
C)Violence decreases with an increase in substance use.
D)Sometimes people use substances to "feel normal."
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 9
Chapter 8: Interpersonal Violence Assessment
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
11 Verified Questions
11 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24670
Sample Questions
Q1) The nurse is using the danger assessment (DA)tool to evaluate the risk of homicide.Which of the following statements best describes its use?
A)The DA tool is to be administered by law enforcement personnel.
B)The DA tool should be used in every assessment of suspected abuse.
C)The number of "Yes" answers indicates the woman's understanding of her situation.
D)The more affirmative answers there are,the more serious is the danger in the woman's situation.
Q2) During a home visit,the nurse notes that an older woman is caring for her bedridden husband who is unable to care for himself.The woman states that caring for him is her duty and that she does the best she can.Her children also help out whenever they are in town.The woman appears thin,weak,and exhausted.The nurse notices that several of his prescription medication bottles are empty.This situation is best described by which term?
A)Physical abuse
B)Financial neglect
C)Psychological abuse
D)Unintentional neglect
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 10
Chapter 9: Assessment Techniques and the Clinical Setting
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
46 Verified Questions
46 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24671
Sample Questions
Q1) A patient has suddenly developed shortness of breath and appears to be in significant respiratory distress.Which of the following is the best action for the nurse to take?
A)Count the respirations,and call a physician immediately.
B)Percuss the thorax bilaterally,noting any differences in percussion tones.
C)Call for a chest x-ray examination,and wait for the results before beginning an assessment.
D)Inspect the thorax for any masses and bleeding associated with respirations.
Q2) Which of the following assessment techniques is used to determine the presence of crepitus,swelling,and pulsations?
A)Palpation
B)Inspection
C)Percussion
D)Auscultation
Q3) When performing a physical assessment,the first technique the nurse will use is:
A)palpation.
B)inspection.
C)percussion.
D)auscultation.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
Page 11
Chapter 10: General Survey, measurement, and Vital Signs
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
51 Verified Questions
51 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24672
Sample Questions
Q1) When assessing a 75-year-old patient with asthma,the nurse notes that he assumes the tripod position,leaning forward with arms braced on the chair.On the basis of this observation,the nurse would:
A)assume that the patient is eager and interested in participating in the interview.
B)evaluate the patient for abdominal pain,which may be exacerbated in the sitting position.
C)assume that the patient is having difficulty breathing and assist him to a supine position.
D)recognize that the tripod position is often used when a patient is experiencing respiratory difficulties.
Q2) When assessing an 80-year-old male patient,which of the following findings would be considered normal?
A)An increase in body weight from younger years
B)Additional deposits of fat on the thighs and lower legs
C)The presence of kyphosis and flexion in the knees and hips
D)A change in overall body proportion,a longer trunk,and shorter extremities
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
12
Chapter 11: Pain Assessment
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
13 Verified Questions
13 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24673
Sample Questions
Q1) A patient has had arthritic pain in her hips for several years following a hip fracture.She is able to move around in her room and has not made any complaints so far this morning.However,when asked about her pain,she states that it is "bad this morning" and rates it as 8 on a scale of 1 to 10.What does the nurse suspect?
A)The patient is addicted to her pain medications and is not able to get pain relief due to tolerance.
B)She does not want to trouble the nursing staff with her complaints.
C)She is not in pain but rates it high to receive pain medication.
D)She has experienced persistent pain for years and has become accustomed to it.
Q2) Which statement about pain experienced by infants is true?
A)Pain in infants can only be assessed through findings of physiological changes,such as increased heart rate.
B)The Faces Pain Scale can be used to assess pain in infants.
C)A procedure that induces pain in adults will also induce pain in infants.
D)Infants feel pain less than adults do.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
13
Chapter 12: Nutritional Assessment and Nursing Practice
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
42 Verified Questions
42 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24674
Sample Questions
Q1) In teaching a patient how to determine total body fat at home,the nurse includes instructions to obtain measurements of:
A)height and weight.
B)frame size and weight.
C)waist and hip circumferences.
D)mid-upper arm circumference and arm span.
Q2) Which of the following factors is most likely to affect the nutritional status of an 82-year-old person?
A)Enhanced taste and smell
B)Living alone on a fixed income
C)Change in cardiovascular status
D)Poor gastrointestinal motility and absorption
Q3) The nurse is providing care to a 68-year-old woman who is complaining of constipation.What concern exists regarding her nutritional status?
A)The absorption of nutrients may be impaired.
B)The constipation may represent a food allergy.
C)She may need emergency surgery for the problem.
D)The gastrointestinal problem will increase her caloric demand.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
Chapter 13: Skin, hair, and Nails
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
56 Verified Questions
56 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24675
Sample Questions
Q1) A semiconscious woman is brought to the emergency department after being found on the floor in her kitchen.Her face,nail beds,lips,and oral mucosa are a bright cherry-red colour.The nurse suspects that this colouring is due to:
A)polycythemia.
B)carbon monoxide poisoning.
C)carotenemia.
D)uremia.
Q2) A 40-year-old woman reports a change in mole size,accompanied by colour changes,itching,burning,and bleeding over the past month.She has a dark complexion and has no family history of skin cancer,but she has had many blistering sunburns in the past.The nurse would:
A)tell the patient to watch the lesion for further changes and report back in 2 months.
B)refer the patient because of the suspicion of melanoma based on her symptoms. C)ask additional questions about environmental irritants that may have caused this condition.
D)suspect that this is a compound nevus,which is very common in young to middle-aged adults.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
Page 15
Chapter 14: Head and Neck, including Regional Lymphatic System
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
44 Verified Questions
44 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24676
Sample Questions
Q1) A patient comes to the clinic complaining of neck and shoulder pain and is unable to turn her head.The nurse suspects damage to CN _____ and starts the examination by:
A)XI;palpating the anterior and posterior triangles.
B)XI;asking the patient to shrug her shoulders against resistance.
C)XII;percussing the sternomastoid and submandibular neck muscles.
D)XII;assessing for a positive Romberg's sign.
Q2) When examining children with Down's syndrome (trisomy 21),the nurse looks for the possible presence of:
A)ear dysplasia.
B)a long,thin neck.
C)a protruding thin tongue.
D)a narrow and raised nasal bridge.
Q3) The temporomandibular joint is just below the temporal artery and anterior to the: A)hyoid.
B)vagus.
C)tragus.
D)mandible.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
Page 16
Chapter 15: Eyes
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
40 Verified Questions
40 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24677
Sample Questions
Q1) An ophthalmic examination reveals papilledema.The nurse is aware that this finding indicates:
A)retinal detachment.
B)diabetic retinopathy.
C)acute-angle glaucoma.
D)increased intracranial pressure.
Q2) The nurse is performing an eye assessment on an 80-year-old patient.Which of the following findings is considered abnormal?
A)A decrease in tear production
B)Unequal pupillary constriction in response to light
C)The presence of arcus senilis seen around the cornea
D)Loss of hair at the outer line of the eyebrows due to a decrease in hair follicles
Q3) During ocular examinations,the nurse keeps in mind that movement of the extraocular muscles is:
A)decreased in the older adult.
B)impaired in a patient with cataracts.
C)stimulated by cranial nerves (CNs)I and II.
D)stimulated by CNs III,IV,and VI.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
17
Chapter 16: Ears
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
41 Verified Questions
41 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24678
Sample Questions
Q1) Which of the following signs would the nurse expect to find on assessment of an individual with otitis externa?
A)Rhinorrhea
B)Periorbital edema
C)Pain over the maxillary sinuses
D)Enlarged regional lymph nodes
Q2) A colleague is assessing an 80-year-old patient who has ear pain and asks him to hold his nose and swallow.Which of the following about this technique is true?
A)This should not be done in an 80-year-old patient.
B)This technique is helpful in assessing for otitis media.
C)This is especially useful in assessing a patient with an upper respiratory infection.
D)This will cause the eardrum to bulge slightly and make landmarks more visible.
Q3) While performing an examination of a 3-year-old with a suspected ear infection,the nurse would:
A)omit the otoscopic exam if the child has a fever.
B)pull the ear up and back before inserting the speculum.
C)ask the mother to leave the room while examining the child.
D)perform the otoscopic examination at the end of the assessment.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 18
Chapter 17: Nose, mouth, and Throat
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
42 Verified Questions
42 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24679
Sample Questions
Q1) When assessing the tongue of an adult,an abnormal finding would be:
A)a smooth,glossy dorsal surface.
B)a thin white coating over the tongue.
C)raised papillae on the dorsal surface.
D)visible venous patterns on the ventral surface.
Q2) A patient has been diagnosed with "strep throat." Which complication may occur without treatment?
A)Rubella
B)Leukoplakia
C)Rheumatic fever
D)Scarlet fever
Q3) The nurse is palpating the sinus areas.If they are normal,which of the following would the patient report?
A)No sensation
B)Firm pressure
C)Pain during palpation
D)Pain sensation behind eyes
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
19
Chapter 18: Breasts and Regional Lymphatic System
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
41 Verified Questions
41 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24680
Sample Questions
Q1) A 55-year-old postmenopausal woman is being seen in the clinic for her annual physical examination.She is concerned about the changes she has noticed in her breasts in the past 5 years.She states that her breasts have decreased in size and that the elasticity has decreased so much that her breasts seem "flat and flabby." The nurse's best reply would be:
A)"This change occurs most often because of long-term use of bras that do not provide enough support to the breast tissues."
B)"This is a normal change that occurs as women get older.It is due to the increased levels of progesterone during the aging process."
C)"Decreases in progesterone and estrogen after menopause cause atrophy of the glandular tissue in the breast.This is a normal process of aging."
D)"Postural changes in the spine make it appear that your breasts have changed in shape.Exercises to strengthen the muscles of the upper back and chest wall will help prevent the decreases in elasticity and size."
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 20
Chapter 19: Thorax and Lungs
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
42 Verified Questions
42 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24681
Sample Questions
Q1) A normal finding when assessing the respiratory system of an older adult is:
A)increased thoracic expansion.
B)decreased mobility of the thorax.
C)a decreased anteroposterior diameter.
D)bronchovesicular breath sounds throughout the lungs.
Q2) The normal response is faint,muffled,and almost inaudible when the patient says "one,two,three" in a very soft voice.
A)Bronchophony
B)Egophony
C)Whispered pectoriloquy
Q3) A teenage patient comes to the emergency department complaining of an inability to "breathe and a sharp pain in my left chest." Assessment findings include cyanosis,tachypnea,tracheal deviation to the right,decreased tactile fremitus on the left,hyperresonance on the left,and decreased breath sounds on the left.This description is consistent with:
A)bronchitis.
B)a pneumothorax.
C)acute pneumonia.
D)an asthma attack.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
Page 21
Chapter 20: Heart and Neck Vessels
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
42 Verified Questions
42 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24682
Sample Questions
Q1) Normal splitting of the second heart sound is associated with:
A)expiration.
B)inspiration.
C)exercise state.
D)low resting heart rate.
Q2) A 45-year-old man is in the clinic for "a routine physical." During history-taking,the patient states he has been having difficulty sleeping."I'll be sleeping great,and then I wake up and feel like I can't get my breath." The nurse's best response to this would be:
A)"When was your last electrocardiogram?"
B)"It's probably because it's been so hot at night."
C)"Do you have any history of problems with your heart?"
D)"Have you had a recent sinus infection or upper respiratory infection?"
Q3) Which of the following describes the closure of the valves in a normal cardiac cycle?
A)The aortic valve closes slightly before the tricuspid valve does.
B)The pulmonic valve closes slightly before the aortic valve does.
C)The tricuspid valve closes slightly later than the mitral valve does.
D)Both the tricuspid and pulmonic valves close at the same time.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 22
Chapter 21: Peripheral Vascular System and Lymphatic System
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
41 Verified Questions
41 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24683
Sample Questions
Q1) The nurse uses the "profile sign" to detect:
A)pitting edema.
B)early clubbing.
C)symmetry of the fingers.
D)insufficient capillary refill.
Q2) Which of the following pulses would most likely be a finding in an individual with untreated hyperthyroidism?
A)A normal pulse
B)An absent pulse
C)A bounding pulse
D)A weak,thready pulse
Q3) Which of the following sounds is heard when using a Doppler ultrasonic stethoscope to recognize venous flow?
A)A low humming sound
B)A regular "lub,dub" pattern
C)A swishing,whooshing sound
D)A steady,even,flowing sound
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
Page 23
Chapter 22: Abdomen
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
40 Verified Questions
40 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24684
Sample Questions
Q1) Which of the following changes may occur in the gastrointestinal system of an aging adult?
A)Increased salivation
B)Increased esophageal emptying
C)Increased peristalsis
D)Decreased gastric acid secretion
Q2) Which sound is normally elicited when percussing in the seventh right intercostal space at the midclavicular line over the liver?
A)Dullness
B)Tympany
C)Resonance
D)Hyperresonance
Q3) To detect diastasis recti,the nurse should have the patient perform which of the following manoeuvres?
A)Relax in the supine position.
B)Raise arms in the left lateral position.
C)Raise arms over the head while supine.
D)Raise the head while remaining supine.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
24
Chapter 23: Anus,rectum and Prostate
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
29 Verified Questions
29 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24685
Sample Questions
Q1) While assessing a hospitalized,bedridden patient,the nurse notes that the patient has been incontinent of stool.The stool is loose and grey-tan in colour.The nurse recognizes that this finding indicates which of the following?
A)Occult blood
B)Inflammation
C)Absent bile pigment
D)Ingestion of iron preparations
Q2) A 70-year-old man is visiting the clinic for "difficulty in passing urine." In the history,he indicates he has to urinate frequently,especially at night.He experiences burning when he urinates and has noticed pain in his back.Given this history,what might the nurse expect to find during the physical assessment?
A)Asymmetrical hard,fixed prostate gland
B)Occult blood and perianal pain with palpation
C)Symmetrically enlarged,soft prostate gland
D)A soft nodule protruding from rectal mucosa
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
Chapter 24: Musculoskeletal System
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
52 Verified Questions
52 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24686
Sample Questions
Q1) The nurse is checking the range of motion in a patient's knee and knows that the knee is capable of the following movements:
A)Flexion and extension
B)Supination and pronation
C)Circumduction
D)Inversion and eversion
Q2) A patient who has had rheumatoid arthritis for years comes to the clinic to ask about changes in her hands.The nurse knows that changes associated with rheumatoid arthritis include:
A)Heberden's nodes.
B)Bouchard's nodules.
C)swan-neck deformities.
D)Dupuytren's contractures.
Q3) To palpate the temporomandibular joint,the nurse's fingers should be placed in the depression:
A)distal to the helix of the ear.
B)proximal to the helix of the ear.
C)anterior to the tragus of the ear.
D)posterior to the tragus of the ear.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
Page 26
Chapter 25: Neurological System
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
54 Verified Questions
54 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24687
Sample Questions
Q1) In assessing a 70-year-old patient who has had a recent cerebrovascular accident,the nurse notes right-sided weakness.What might the nurse expect to find when testing his reflexes on the right side?
A)Lack of reflexes
B)Normal reflexes
C)Diminished reflexes
D)Hyperactive reflexes
Q2) A patient has a severed spinal nerve as a result of trauma.Which of the following statements is true in this situation?
A)Because there are 31 pairs of spinal nerves,there is no effect if only one is severed.
B)The dermatome served by this nerve will no longer experience any sensation.
C)The adjacent spinal nerves will continue to carry sensations for the dermatome served by the severed nerve.
D)This will only affect the motor function of the patient because spinal nerves have no sensory component.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
Chapter 26: Male Genitourinary System
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
41 Verified Questions
41 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24688
Sample Questions
Q1) When the nurse is conducting a sexual history for a male adolescent,which statement would be most appropriate to use at the beginning of the interview?
A)"Do you use condoms?"
B)"You don't masturbate,do you?"
C)"Have you had sex in the last 6 months?"
D)"Often boys your age have questions about sexual activity."
Q2) While the nurse is performing a genital examination on a male patient,the patient has an erection.The nurse's most appropriate action or response is to:
A)ask the patient if he would like someone else to examine him.
B)continue with the examination as though nothing has happened.
C)stop the examination,state that the examination will resume at a later time,and leave the room.
D)reassure the patient that this is a normal response,and continue with the examination.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
Chapter 27: Female Genitourinary System
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
48 Verified Questions
48 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24689
Sample Questions
Q1) When observing the vestibule,the nurse should be able to see the:
A)urethral meatus and vaginal orifice.
B)vaginal orifice and vestibular (Bartholin's)glands.
C)urethral meatus and paraurethral (Skene's)glands.
D)paraurethral (Skene's)and vestibular (Bartholin's)glands.
Q2) The nurse is preparing to examine the external genitalia of a school-age girl.Which of the following positions would be most appropriate in this situation?
A)In the parent's lap
B)In a frog-leg position on the examining table
C)In the lithotomy position with the feet in stirrups
D)Lying flat on the examining table with legs extended
Q3) A 22-year-old woman has been considering using oral contraceptives.As a part of her history,the nurse should ask:
A)"Do you have a history of heart murmurs?"
B)"Will you be in a monogamous relationship?"
C)"I wonder if you have thought this choice through carefully."
D)"If you smoke,how many cigarettes do you smoke per day?"
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
41 Verified Questions
41 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24690
Sample Questions
Q1) During the examination of a patient's mouth,the nurse observes a nodular,bony ridge down the middle of the hard palate.The nurse would chart this finding as: (This question reflects the results an examiner may find during a complete physical examination.Content in this question is not necessarily addressed directly in Jarvis' Physical Examination & Health Assessment. )
A)cheilosis.
B)leukoplakia.
C)ankyloglossia.
D)torus palatinus.
Q2) A patient's uvula rises midline when she says "ahh," and she has a positive gag reflex.The nurse has just tested which cranial nerves?
A)IX,X
B)IX,XII
C)X,XII
D)XI,XII
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 30
Chapter 29: Bedside Assessment of the Hospitalized Patient
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
10 Verified Questions
10 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24691
Sample Questions
Q1) The nurse has administered a pain medication to a patient by IV infusion.The nurse should reassess the patient's response to the pain medication within:
A)5 minutes.
B)15 minutes.
C)30 minutes.
D)60 minutes.
Q2) What should the nurse assess before entering the patient's room on morning rounds?
A)Posted conditions,such as isolation precautions
B)The patient's input and output chart from the previous shift
C)The patient's general appearance
D)The presence of any visitors in the room
Q3) During an assessment,the nurse is unable to palpate pulses in the left lower leg.The nurse should:
A)document that the pulses are not palpable.
B)reassess the pulses in 1 hour.
C)have the patient turn to the side,and then palpate for the pulses again.
D)use a Doppler device to assess the pulses.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
Chapter 30: Pregnancy
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
34 Verified Questions
34 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24692
Sample Questions
Q1) During the assessment of a woman in week 22 of her pregnancy,the nurse is unable to hear fetal heart tones with the Doppler device.The nurse should:
A)wait 10 minutes and try again.
B)notify the physician immediately.
C)use a fetoscope to identify fetal heart tones.
D)use ultrasonography to verify cardiac activity.
Q2) A female patient is experiencing nausea,breast tenderness,fatigue,and amenorrhea.Her last menstrual period was 6 weeks ago.The nurse recognizes that this patient is experiencing:
A)positive signs of pregnancy.
B)possible signs of pregnancy.
C)probable signs of pregnancy.
D)presumptive signs of pregnancy.
Q3) A 25-year-old woman is visiting the clinic for her first prenatal visit.Which laboratory screening is appropriate at this time?
A)Human chorionic gonadotropin
B)Complete blood cell count
C)a-Fetoprotein
D)Carrier screening for cystic fibrosis
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
Page 32
Chapter 31: Functional Assessment of the Older Adult
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
16 Verified Questions
16 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/24693
Sample Questions
Q1) Which of the following statements about the Lawton IADLs instrument is true?
A)The nurse uses direct observation to implement this tool.
B)It is designed as a self-report measure of performance,rather than ability.
C)It is not useful in the acute hospital setting.
D)It is best used for those residing in an institutional setting.
Q2) During an assessment of a newly admitted 92-year-old woman,the nurse notes that her son does not want to leave the room.The woman has signs of old bruises and healed cuts that happened "last week," according to the son.Which of the following actions by the nurse is appropriate?
A)Ask the son for details about the nature of the patient's injuries.
B)Recognize that older people are often unsteady on their feet and that falls do occur.
C)Notify the authorities of a potential abusive situation.
D)Recognize that these findings do not necessarily indicate that abuse has occurred but are signs that further assessment is needed.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
33