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Question 1 of 5

Which of the following tests is most commonly used to assess kidney function?

A. Creatinine clearance test B. Hemoglobin A1C C. BUN (Blood Urea Nitrogen) test D. Liver function test

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The creatinine clearance test is a key measure of kidney function and glomerular filtration rate.

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?

A. Early mobilization B. Ensuring 6 hours of uninterrupted sleep per night C. Treating volume depletion D. Treating anxiety with lorazepam

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

A type of breast cancer that begins with erythema and swelling of the breast and progresses rapidly is termed:

A. Paget�s disease B. Invasive ductal carcinoma C. Inflammatory breast cancer D. Invasive lobular carcinoma

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Inflammatory breast cancer presents with erythema, swelling, and rapid progression.

Question 4 of 5

During a migraine, the cerebral arteries

A. Constrict B. Dilate C. Pulsate D. Vibrate

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: During a migraine, cerebral arteries typically dilate, which is part of the pathophysiology of the headache.

Question 5 of 5

Since passage of the ACA in 2010, the following are true about payments changes except:

A. Beneficiaries no longer have cost sharing for preventive services B. Providers in Medicare Advantage will be paid higher fees C. The coverage gap known as the donut hole in Part D will be reduced over time D. Hospitals have incentives to prevent readmission and coordinate care more effectively

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Medicare Advantage providers are paid lower fees compared to traditional Medicare.

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