29 Questions
Which of the following best describes the clinical manifestation of post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis?
Coffee-colored urine
Why is cystitis more common in females?
The urethra is short and adjusts to the area with resident flora
What imbalance is found in clients with the syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH)?
Increased secretion of antidiuretic hormone (ADH)
Which infection would increase the risk for cancer development in the genital region?
Human papillomavirus
What complication does the nurse monitor for in a client with end-stage cirrhosis?
Bleeding esophageal varices
Which of the following conditions characterizes inflammation of the bladder lining?
Cystitis
What is a sign that the client needs further education regarding Epstein-Barr virus and mononucleosis?
Planning to play football in a couple of days
Which type of cancer is characterized by the presence of Reed Sternberg cells?
Hodgkin lymphoma
Which clinical manifestation is NOT typically associated with iron deficiency anemia?
Geographic tongue
Which of the following is NOT a clinical manifestation of leukemia?
Increased energy and strength
Which of the following is NOT a clinical manifestation of hemophilia?
Pinpoint areas of erythema
What is typically one of the first signs of Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC)?
Petechiae on the skin and mucous membranes
Which seizure activity is characterized by a sudden loss of muscle tone followed by postictal confusion?
Atonic seizure
Which value is consistent with acute respiratory failure?
pH less than 7.3
What is the definition of orthopnea?
Difficulty breathing when lying down
A client with shortness of breath has an absent breathing sound on the right side from the apex to the base. What condition could best explain this?
Spontaneous pneumothorax
Which finding is most likely observed in a client with pheochromocytoma?
Hypertension
Increased calcium levels in the blood could result from an imbalance in which hormone?
Parathyroid hormone
What is the medical term for a vasospastic disease of the fingers, hands or feet resulting in pain, numbness and sometimes discoloration?
Raynaud's disease
What condition might a pulsating mass noted in the mid-abdomen indicate?
Aortic aneurysm
Which of the following is a characteristic of coronary artery disease?
Insufficient delivery of oxygenated blood to the myocardium
Infective endocarditis is an infection that affects which part of the cardiovascular system?
Endocardium of heart valves
When arterial blood pressure declines, which hormone does the kidney secrete to increase blood pressure and peripheral resistance?
Renin
Valve stenosis results in which of the following alterations in blood flow through the heart?
Blood is unable to flow easily out of the valve due to a problem with the papillary muscle
Which disorder is related to breaking down fats for energy in clients with type 1 diabetes?
Diabetic ketoacidosis
What are some clinical manifestations that may be observed in the client with cellulitis?
Swelling of the affected area
What signs and symptoms are associated with thyroid storm?
Fever, tachycardia, and systolic hypertension
What is the main functional process of the endocrine system reliant on?
Hormones
What symptom would a nurse expect to assess for in a client with atopic dermatitis?
Pruritus
Test your knowledge on nursing education topics related to the Epstein-Barr virus, mononucleosis, and cancer types such as Hodgkin lymphoma. Identify key concepts on patient care, symptoms, and treatment recommendations.
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