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HIT 220 Midterm
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Which is an example of a Schedule I controlled substance? | Heroin |
| The generic name of a medication is the: | Official nonproprietary name of a drug |
| A medication that is ordered BID is to be given: | Twice a day |
| Which of the following diets might require the patient to take vitamin and mineral supplements? | Vegetarian |
| To reduce the risk of birth defects such as spina bifida, a pregnant woman should include which of the following in her diet? | Cantaloupe and green, leafy vegetables |
| Patients with compromised immune systems often develop thrush, an example of what type of infection? | Fungal |
| Which of the following would be the most likely cause of an iatrogenic disease? | An unwanted effect of a prescribed drug |
| A patient states that he has received penicillin before with no adverse effects. The nurse knows that this means his risk of allergic reaction is: | Uncertain |
| Patients with compromised immune systems often develop thrush, an example of what type of infection? | Fungal |
| Which of the following would be the most likely cause of an iatrogenic disease? | An unwanted effect of a prescribed drug |
| The manifestations of a disease are best defined as the: | signs and symptoms of a disease. |
| The best definition of the term prognosis is the: | predicted outcome or likelihood of recovery from a specific disease. |
| Etiology is defined as the study of the: | causes of a disease. |
| The term cancer refers to: | malignant neoplasm. |
| The term homeostasis refers to: | maintenance of a stable internal environment. |
| Which term is used to describe a new and secondary or additional problem that arises after the original disease has been established? | Complication |
| Pathophysiology involves the study of: | functional or structural changes resulting from disease processes. |
| Which of the following is the best definition of epidemiology? | The science of tracking the occurrence and distribution of diseases |
| Pathophysiology involves the study of: | functional or structural changes resulting from disease processes. |
| Which of the following is the best definition of epidemiology? | The science of tracking the occurrence and distribution of diseases |
| A short-term illness that develops very quickly with perhaps a high fever or severe pain is called: | acute. |
| Which of the following is a common cause of hyponatremia? | Excessive sweating |
| A placebo may be described as a tablet or capsule: | that does not contain an active drug. |
| A burn area in which the epidermis and part of the dermis is destroyed is classified as: | deep partial-thickness. |
| Application of ice to an injured knee reduces edema by: | causing local vasoconstriction. |
| Aspirin (ASA) is discouraged for treatment of viral infection in children because of: | the risk of developing Reye’s syndrome. |
| What does “bacteremia” refer to? | Microbes present in the blood |
| Which of the following causes anaphylaxis? | A severe, systemic allergic reaction |
| The most common cause of death in patients who have AIDS is: | Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia. |
| Which of the following is a common effect of a type I hypersensitivity response to ingested substances? | Urticaria |
| Which of the following factors has contributed to the increased incidence of Kaposi’s sarcoma? | Increase in immunosuppressed individuals |
| Individuals with type O blood are considered to be universal donors because their blood: | lacks A and B antigens. |
| Jaundice is one typical sign of: | sickle cell anemia. |
| What is the primary treatment for the leukemias? | Chemotherapy |
| Which of the following applies to erythropoietin? | It stimulates production of red blood cells. |
| Which of the following functions does the respiratory system perform? | Exchange of gases |
| What is one of the greatest advantages of taking warfarin (Coumadin) for anticoagulation therapy instead of heparin? | It can be taken by mouth. |
| Aspirin is used after a stroke or myocardial infarction for which of the following reasons? | Prevention of platelet aggregation |
| The drugs of choice for treatment of congestive heart failure are: | Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors |
| The route of choice for administration of heparin is: | Intravenous |
| The spleen has a number of important functions, which include: | hematopoiesis, destruction of old erythrocytes, blood reservoir. |
| Low-density lipoproteins (LDL): | promote atheroma development. |
| Factors that may precipitate an angina attack include all of the following EXCEPT: | taking a nap. |
| The term cardiac arrest refers to which of the following? | The cessation of all cardiac function |
| The definition of congestive heart failure is: | inability of the heart to pump enough blood to meet the metabolic needs of the body. |
| Significant signs of right-sided congestive heart failure include: | edematous feet and legs with hepatomegaly. |
| Uncontrolled hypertension is most likely to cause ischemia and loss of function in the: | kidneys, brain, and retinas of the eye. |
| The cause of essential hypertension is considered to be: | idiopathic. |
| Which drug is used for treatment of withdrawal from narcotics, as well as an analgesic? | Methadone (Dolophine) |
| Orthopnea is: | difficulty breathing when lying down. |
| Light bubbly or crackling breathing sounds associated with serous secretions are called: | rales. |
| What are early signs and symptoms of infectious rhinitis? | Serous nasal discharge, congestion, and sneezing |
| What is a sign indicating total obstruction of the airway by aspirated material? | Rapid loss of consciousness |
| A group of common chronic respiratory disorders characterized by tissue degeneration and respiratory obstruction is called: | COPD. |
| What is the cause of chronic bronchitis? | Chronic irritation, inflammation, and recurrent infection of the larger airways |
| Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) is caused by a/an: | coronavirus. |
| The use of a continuous positive airway pump in the treatment of sleep apnea will: | maintain an open airway. |
| What is a major function of the limbic system? | Determines emotional responses |
| What does a vegetative state refer to? | Loss of awareness and intellectual function but continued brainstem function |
| Signs and symptoms of a stroke depend upon: | location of obstruction, size of artery, and area affected. |
| What does the term otorrhea mean? | CSF leaking from the ear. |
| What characteristic is common to all individuals with cerebral palsy? | Some degree of motor disability |
| Which of the following is caused by an irregular curvature of the cornea or lens? | Astigmatism |
| Which disorder is manifested by loss of peripheral vision? | Chronic (wide-angle) glaucoma |
| Which of the following involves a gradual clouding of the lens of the eye? | Cataract |
| In a case of acute otitis media, what would a purulent discharge in the external canal of the ear and some pain relief likely indicate? | Rupture of the tympanic membrane |
| Which of the following is often the first sign of ototoxicity from drugs or chemicals? | Tinnitus |
| Which term refers to near-sightedness? | Myopia |
| The nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) of choice for a postoperative patient who does not yet have returned bowel sounds would be which of the following? | Ketorolac (Toradol) |
| A type of diabetes that may develop during pregnancy and disappear after delivery is called: | gestational diabetes. |
| Hypothyroidism tends to occur in geographic regions that are deficient in which of the following? | Iodine |
| Tetanus toxoid boosters should be given how often? |
Created by:
Prof Clark