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FNP 3 Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
A patient with atrial fibrillation is started on anticoagulation. Which lab test is most appropriate to monitor for warfarin therapy?
- aPTT
B. ✔✔INR
- Platelet count
- D-dimer
A patient reports sudden onset of severe tearing chest pain radiating to the back. Which imaging test is most appropriate initially?
- ✔✔CT angiography of the chest
- Chest X-ray
- Echocardiogram
- Cardiac MRI
Which antibiotic is first-line for group A streptococcal pharyngitis?
- Azithromycin 1 / 3
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- ✔✔Penicillin V
- Clindamycin
- Amoxicillin-clavulanate
A patient presents with pallor, fatigue, and spoon-shaped nails. Which lab finding is expected?
- Normocytic anemia
- ✔✔Microcytic hypochromic anemia
- Macrocytic anemia
- Sickle-shaped RBCs
A patient with hypertension and chronic kidney disease should be started on which class of medication first?
- Beta-blocker
- Calcium channel blocker
- ✔✔ACE inhibitor
- Alpha-blocker
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A patient complains of a burning sensation in the chest that occurs after large meals and when lying down. What is the most likely diagnosis?
- ✔✔Gastroesophageal reflux disease
- Peptic ulcer disease
- Gastritis
- Cholelithiasis
Which vaccine is recommended for all adults over age 50 to prevent shingles?
- ✔✔Recombinant zoster vaccine
- Varicella vaccine
- MMR vaccine
- Influenza vaccine
A patient with type 1 diabetes presents with confusion, fruity breath odor, and Kussmaul respirations. What is the most likely acid-base disturbance?
- Metabolic alkalosis
- ✔✔Metabolic acidosis
- Respiratory alkalosis
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