NR 511 Week 8 Exam

Question 1. Student Answer: Points Received: Comments: The most cost-effective screening test for determining HIV status is which of the following? Western blot Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay Venereal Disease Research Laboratory test Viral load 0 of 2 Question 2.Question : Student Answer: Which blood test is a nonspecific method and most helpful for evaluating the severity and course of an inflammatory process? Erythrocyte sedimentation rate White blood cell count Polymorphonuclear cells C-reactive protein (CRP) Points Received: Comments: 0 of 2 Question 3.Question : Student Answer: Points Received: Comments: Cocaine acts as a stimulant by blocking the reuptake of which neurotransmitter? GABA Acetylcholine Dopamine Serotonin 0 of 2 Question 4.Question : and Student Answer: Mrs. Thomas was seen in the office complaining of pain point tenderness in the area of her elbow. The pain has increased following a day of gardening one week ago. A physical finding that differentiates the diagnosis and is most consistent with lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) is: Ecchymosis, edema, and erythema over the lateral epicondyle Pain at the elbow with resisted movements at the wrist and forearm Inability to supinate and pronate the arm Inability to flex or extend the elbow against resistance Points Received: 2 of 2 Comments: Question 5.Question : Student Answer: Points Received: Comments: Which of the following statements concerning the musculoskeletal examination is true? The uninvolved side should be examined initially and then compared to the involved side. The part of the body that is causing the patient pain should be examined first. When possible, the patient should not be asked to perform active range-of-motion (ROM) exercises to avoid causing pain. Radiographs should always be obtained prior to examination so as not to cause further injury to the patient. (not graded)