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physical examination and health assessment test bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which condition is best treated using alpha-adrenergic antagonist?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Alpha-adrenergic antagonists are often used for overflow incontinence due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Question 2 of 5
An 84-year-old woman complains of nausea and vomiting for the past 3 days. She is at high risk for delirium. Which of the following interventions may prevent the onset of delirium?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Anxiety treatment with lorazepam may not help in preventing delirium and could worsen cognitive decline in some cases.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following tests is most commonly used to assess kidney function?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The creatinine clearance test is a key measure of kidney function and glomerular filtration rate.
Question 4 of 5
Of the following conditions, which one is most common and most often preventable?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Falls are the most common and preventable issue among older adults.
Question 5 of 5
Upon assessment, the nurse notes the patient has an enlarged thyroid. Which action is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An enlarged thyroid warrants further investigation, such as thyroid function tests and imaging (ultrasound).
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