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Which drug is used to treat patients with focal epilepsy and complex partial seizures? - ANSWER - Carbamazepine
A 35-year-old patient reports suddenly experiencing an asymmetric smile along with drooping and tearing in one eye. The patient has a history of a recent viral illness, but is otherwise healthy. During the exam, the provider notes that there is unilateral full face paralysis on the right side. What is the initial intervention for this patient? - ANSWER - Prescribe oral prednisolone
A primary care provider suspects Parkinson's disease (PD) in a 70-year- old patient. Which tests may be performed to diagnose this disorder? - ANSWER - Presence of 2 cardinal signs which improve with levodopa
A toddler has begun hitting and biting other children at a day care center and is exhibiting temper tantrums and bad language at home. The parent reports that these behaviors began shortly after a sibling was born. What will the primary care nurse practitioner do? - ANSWER - Engage the parent in positive parenting strategies to facilitate appropriate child coping.
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pg. 2 A 69-year-old patient with cancer is reluctant to take an opioid agonist medication because of the side effects. What will the primary care provider recommend? - ANSWER - Taking a stool softener with the opioid
Which is a risk factor for pelvic inflammatory disease? - ANSWER - Vaginal douching
A 67-year-old female patient reports vulvar pruritus and dyspareunia.The provider notes white papules on the vulva with thinning of the epithelium. What condition does the provider suspect? - ANSWER - Lichen sclerosis
A woman who has just weaned her infant from breastfeeding develops signs of mastitis and is treated with antibiotics. At a follow up visit, the provider notes marked breast edema and erythema of the affected breast.What will the provider do next? - ANSWER - Refer the patient for an immediate biopsy
A patient with breast cancer has been symptom-free for 6 months and reports a new onset of lower back pain rated as an 8 on a 1 to 10 pain rating scale to the primary provider. What is most important when evaluating this patient's pain? - ANSWER - Obtaining an MRI of the spinal cord
A 16-year-old patient with primary dysmenorrhea has taken NSAIDs and COX-2 inhibitors without getting relief from symptoms. What will the provider suggest? - ANSWER - A combined oral contraceptive 2 / 4
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pg. 3 Which underlying cause is related to chronic pelvic pain in women? - ANSWER - Interstitial cystitis
A patient reports symptoms of restlessness, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating. The provider determines that these symptoms occur in relation to many events and concerns. What other things will the provider question this patient about? - ANSWER - Headaches and bowel habits
A 14-year-old female comes to the clinic with amenorrhea for 3 months.A pregnancy test is negative. The adolescent's body weight is at 82% of expected for height and age. The mother reports that her daughter often throws up and refuses to eat most foods. Which condition does the primary care nurse practitioner suspect? - ANSWER - Anorexia nervosa
A patient with Alzheimer's disease (AD) is taking donepezil to treat cognitive symptoms. The patient's son reports noting increased social withdrawal and sleep impairment. What is the initial step to manage these symptoms? - ANSWER - Encourage activity and exercise
An adolescent takes ibuprofen, acetaminophen, and a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) to treat phantom limb pain and reports that the medications are no longer effective. What will the primary care nurse practitioner do? - ANSWER - Refer the adolescent to a pain management specialist.
What is the medical diagnostic term used to identify transgender patients? - ANSWER - Gender dysphoria 3 / 4
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pg. 4 A previously healthy 22-year-old female reports pain in the rectovaginal area that occurs with sexual intercourse. What is the most likely cause of this patient's discomfort? - ANSWER - Endometriosis
A 50-year-old man reports having erectile dysfunction. What is an important response by the provider when developing a plan of care for this patient? - ANSWER - Evaluating the patient for cardiovascular disease
What is the benefit of using a liquid-based medium when performing a Pap test? - ANSWER - It allows HPV, gonorrhea, and chlamydia testing with the same specimen.
A woman who has stopped having menstrual periods has vasomotor symptoms, but does not want to use hormone replacement therapy. What measures will the provider recommend? (Mark all that apply) - ANSWER - Engaging in regular exercise, Keeping the house cool, Avoiding caffeine
What is the purpose of radiation treatment prior to surgical resection of a tumor? - ANSWER - To debulk the tumor mass
A 45-year-old woman has gone 120 days without a menstrual period. A pregnancy test is negative. What will the provider do, based on this symptom? - ANSWER - Evaluate for various causes of amenorrhea
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