HS REVIEW 1

Question 1

4 out of 4 points

	The etiology of a pulmonary embolism is a
	Selected Answer: D. All of the included answers Correct Answer: D. All of the included answers

Question 2

4 out of 4 points

	The upper respiratory system includes all of the following except
	Selected Answer: C. Trachea Correct Answer: C. Trachea

Question 3

4 out of 4 points

	The large muscle of respiration is called the
	Selected Answer: A. Diaphragm Correct Answer: A. Diaphragm

Question 4

4 out of 4 points

	The lungs are covered with a membrane called the
	Selected Answer: B. Pleura Correct Answer: B. Pleura

Question 5

4 out of 4 points

	Which of the following is true regarding Legionnaire’s Disease? It is
	Selected Answer: A. A bacterial pulmonary infection Correct Answer: A. A bacterial pulmonary infection

Question 6

4 out of 4 points

	The most common sign of asthma is
	Selected Answer: D. Wheeze Correct Answer: D. Wheeze

Question 7

4 out of 4 points

	Ventilation is controlled by chemo-receptors which measure levels of
	Selected Answer: C. Carbon Dioxide Correct Answer: C. Carbon Dioxide

Question 8

4 out of 4 points

	Most of the URI’s affecting individuals are caused by
	Selected Answer: C. Viruses Correct Answer: C. Viruses

Question 9

4 out of 4 points

	Which of the following drugs is used to treat TB?
	Selected Answer: C. Isoniazid (INH) Correct Answer: C. Isoniazid (INH)

Question 10

4 out of 4 points

	The diagnostic tube inserted into the lung for diagnostic purposes is called the
	Selected Answer: B. Bronchoscope Correct Answer: B. Bronchoscope

Question 11

4 out of 4 points

	The most common diagnostic tool used in the diagnosis of respiratory illness is the
	Selected Answer: D. Chest X-Ray Correct Answer: D. Chest X-Ray

Question 12

4 out of 4 points

	The major difference between atelectasis and pneumothorax is that with pneumothorax there is
	Selected Answer: B. Air in the pleural cavity Correct Answer: B. Air in the pleural cavity

Question 13

4 out of 4 points

	Cor Pulmonale is a condition which affects the
	Selected Answer: C. Heart and lungs Correct Answer: C. Heart and lungs

Question 14

4 out of 4 points

	As TB progresses the infected individual will exhibit
	Selected Answer: C. Night sweats Correct Answer: C. Night sweats

Question 15

4 out of 4 points

	Tuberculosis cases have risen due to
	Selected Answer: D. All of the included answers Correct Answer: D. All of the included answers

Question 16

4 out of 4 points

	Complication/s of sinusitis is/are
	Selected Answer: E. All of the included answers Correct Answer: E. All of the included answers

Question 17

4 out of 4 points

	Pleural effusion is caused by
	Selected Answer: A. Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) Correct Answer: A. Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)

Question 18

4 out of 4 points

	Clubbing of the fingers is due to
	Selected Answer: B. Decreased levels of oxygen Correct Answer: B. Decreased levels of oxygen

Question 19

4 out of 4 points

	Which part of the lung is affected by emphysema?
	Selected Answer: D. Alveoli Correct Answer: D. Alveoli

Question 20

4 out of 4 points

	Its presence on a chest x-ray alerts the doctor that the patient has TB
	Selected Answer: A. Ghon tubercle Correct Answer: A. Ghon tubercle

Question 21

4 out of 4 points

	Patients with COPD will typically show a chest X-Ray reading of
	Selected Answer: A. Hyper-expansion of the lungs Correct Answer: A. Hyper-expansion of the lungs

Question 22

4 out of 4 points

	Which of the following conditions is an infection?
	Selected Answer: C. Pneumonia Correct Answer: C. Pneumonia

Question 23

4 out of 4 points

	The most common manifestation of a respiratory disorder is
	Selected Answer: A. Dyspnea Correct Answer: A. Dyspnea

Question 24

4 out of 4 points

	Upon presentation with a sore throat the doctor will order a/an
	Selected Answer: A. Throat culture Correct Answer: A. Throat culture

Question 25

4 out of 4 points

	A positive Mantoux test means that the individual
	Selected Answer: E. Has been exposed to someone with TB AND has Developed antibodies Correct Answer: E. Has been exposed to someone with TB AND has Developed antibodies

Question 1

5 out of 5 points

	Inflammation of the three-layer membrane that surrounds the brain and spinal cord is
	Selected Answer: C. Meningitis Correct Answer: C. Meningitis

Question 2

5 out of 5 points

	A concussion always produces
	Selected Answer: C. Loss of consciousness Correct Answer: C. Loss of consciousness

Question 3

5 out of 5 points

	A chronic brain disorder characterized by recurring attacks of abnormal sensory motor, and psychological activity is called
	Selected Answer: B. Epilepsy Correct Answer: B. Epilepsy

Question 4

5 out of 5 points

	A chronic nervous system disease characterized by progressive muscle rigidity and involuntary tremors is called
	Selected Answer: C. Parkinson’s disease Correct Answer: C. Parkinson’s disease

Question 5

5 out of 5 points

	The most useful but least invasive test for CNS function is the
	Selected Answer: D. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) Correct Answer: D. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

Question 6

5 out of 5 points

	The best method to diagnose Meningitis is by a
	Selected Answer: A. Lumbar puncture Correct Answer: A. Lumbar puncture

Question 7

0 out of 5 points

	The most common neurological symptom is
	Selected Answer: D. Confusion Correct Answer: C. Headache

Question 8

5 out of 5 points

	A skull X-Ray is best to diagnose a
	Selected Answer: B. Skull fracture Correct Answer: B. Skull fracture

Question 9

5 out of 5 points

	“Little strokes” are called
	Selected Answer: D. Transient ischemic attacks Correct Answer: D. Transient ischemic attacks

Question 10

0 out of 5 points

	The best treatment of a space occupying lesion of the brain is
	Selected Answer: C. Radiation Correct Answer: A. Resection

Question 11

5 out of 5 points

	The most sensitive sign in a patient with increasing intracranial pressure is
	Selected Answer: D. Decreasing level of consciousness Correct Answer: D. Decreasing level of consciousness

Question 12

5 out of 5 points

	Which of the following is true regarding Guillain Barre?
	Selected Answer: C. Plasmapheresis may be helpful in some cases Correct Answer: C. Plasmapheresis may be helpful in some cases

Question 13

5 out of 5 points

	The loss of voluntary muscular control and sensation on one side of the body is called
	Selected Answer: C. Hemiplegia Correct Answer: C. Hemiplegia

Question 14

5 out of 5 points

	Myasthenia Gravis is considered to be
	Selected Answer: A. An autoimmune disease Correct Answer: A. An autoimmune disease

Question 15

0 out of 5 points

	Spinal cord injury produces motor and sensory loss
	Selected Answer: B. Below the level of the cervical spine Correct Answer: C. At and below the level of the injury

Question 16

5 out of 5 points

	The artery which carry blood to the brain is called the
	Selected Answer: B. Carotid Correct Answer: B. Carotid

Question 17

5 out of 5 points

	A migraine headache is usually precipitated by
	Selected Answer: A. Stress Correct Answer: A. Stress

Question 18

5 out of 5 points

	The most prevalent type of a cerebro-vascular accident is the
	Selected Answer: A. Thrombosis Correct Answer: A. Thrombosis

Question 19

5 out of 5 points

	Which of the following diagnostic tests would be useful to diagnose Epilepsy?
	Selected Answer: A. Electro-encephalogram Correct Answer: A. Electro-encephalogram

Question 20

5 out of 5 points

	Which of the following is part of a routine neurological exam?
	Selected Answer: C. Cranial nerve exam Correct Answer: C. Cranial nerve exam

Question 1

5 out of 5 points

	The major muscle involved in torticollis is the:
	Selected Answer: A. Sternocleidomastoid Correct Answer: A. Sternocleidomastoid

Question 2

5 out of 5 points

	Which of the following therapies is considered most beneficial for the client with fibromyalgia?
	Selected Answer: D. Massage therapy weekly Correct Answer: D. Massage therapy weekly

Question 3

5 out of 5 points

	The connective tissue which attaches muscle to bone is called
	Selected Answer: B. Tendon Correct Answer: B. Tendon

Question 4

5 out of 5 points

	A Herniated Nucleus Pulposus (HNP) is commonly called a
	Selected Answer: D. All of the above Correct Answer: D. All of the above

Question 5

5 out of 5 points

	A rotator cuff injury affects the muscles of the
	Selected Answer: B. Shoulder Correct Answer: B. Shoulder

Question 6

5 out of 5 points

	Wasting away or deterioration of a muscle is called
	Selected Answer: C. Atrophy Correct Answer: C. Atrophy

Question 7

0 out of 5 points

	Avascular necrosis, a complication of a hip fracture, causes
	Selected Answer: C. Death of an artery Correct Answer: B. Inadequate blood supply

Question 8

5 out of 5 points

	A torn meniscus causes
	Selected Answer: D. Difficulty walking Correct Answer: D. Difficulty walking

Question 9

0 out of 5 points

	A complication of a fractured hip is
	Selected Answer: B. Avascular necrosis Correct Answer: D. All of the above

Question 10

5 out of 5 points

	Tough, dense, fibrous bands of connective tissue that hold bones together is called
	Selected Answer: A. Ligaments Correct Answer: A. Ligaments

Question 11

5 out of 5 points

	Phantom limb pain occurs with:
	Selected Answer: D. Post amputation condition Correct Answer: D. Post amputation condition

Question 12

5 out of 5 points

	The drug, allopurinol (Zyloprim) is used for the condition of
	Selected Answer: B. Gout Correct Answer: B. Gout

Question 13

5 out of 5 points

	A comminuted fracture is one which is characterized by
	Selected Answer: A. Bone fragments Correct Answer: A. Bone fragments

Question 14

5 out of 5 points

	The cause of rheumatoid arthritis is
	Selected Answer: C. Idiopathic Correct Answer: C. Idiopathic

Question 15

0 out of 5 points

	An acute, traumatic injury to the shoulder which prevents abduction is a
	Selected Answer: D. Bursitis Correct Answer: A. Rotator cuff tear

Question 16

5 out of 5 points

	A lateral curvature of the spine is called
	Selected Answer: D. Scoliosis Correct Answer: D. Scoliosis

Question 17

5 out of 5 points

	An arthroscopy is done to
	Selected Answer: D. a or b Correct Answer: D. a or b

Question 18

0 out of 5 points

	The best treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome is:
	Selected Answer: B. Surgery Correct Answer: A. Prevention

Question 19

0 out of 5 points

	Tophi are lesions associated with
	Selected Answer: A. Rheumatoid arthritis Correct Answer: D. Gout

Question 20

5 out of 5 points

	Ankylosing spondylitis is a/an
	Selected Answer: A. Inflammation of the spine with stiffness Correct Answer: A. Inflammation of the spine with stiffness

Question 1

5 out of 5 points

	Exophthalamos occurs as a result of
	Selected Answer: A. Graves Disease Correct Answer: A. Graves Disease

Question 2

5 out of 5 points

	The etiology of Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis is
	Selected Answer: A. Autoimmune factors Correct Answer: A. Autoimmune factors

Question 3

5 out of 5 points

	A hypersecretion of the anterior pituitary gland will cause
	Selected Answer: C. Increase in height Correct Answer: C. Increase in height

Question 4

5 out of 5 points

	A major sign of Addison’s Disease is
	Selected Answer: C. Bronze pigmentation Correct Answer: C. Bronze pigmentation

Question 5

5 out of 5 points

	Removal of the parathyroid glands will require
	Selected Answer: B. Life-long calcium Correct Answer: B. Life-long calcium

Question 6

5 out of 5 points

	Acromegaly is caused by
	Selected Answer: A. Excessive growth hormone Correct Answer: A. Excessive growth hormone

Question 7

5 out of 5 points

	The classic symptom of Cushing’s Disease is
	Selected Answer: D. Moon face   Correct Answer: D. Moon face

Question 8

0 out of 5 points

	Hyperparathyroidism will cause
	Selected Answer: D. Congestive heart failure   Correct Answer: A. Elevated calcium levels

Question 9

5 out of 5 points

	Myxedema refers to
	Selected Answer: B. Hypothyroidism Correct Answer: B. Hypothyroidism

Question 10

5 out of 5 points

	Which of the following diagnostic tests is used to monitor the progression of Diabetes Mellitus?
	Selected Answer: D. HbA1C Correct Answer: D. HbA1C

Question 11

5 out of 5 points

	Clients with Graves Disease will demonstrate which of the following manifestations?
	Selected Answer: B. Exophthalmos Correct Answer: B. Exophthalmos

Question 12

5 out of 5 points

	The etiology of hypoparathyroidism is
	Selected Answer: C. Iatrogenic or idiopathic Correct Answer: C. Iatrogenic or idiopathic

Question 13

5 out of 5 points

	Glucagon is secreted by the
	Selected Answer: B. Alpha cells of the pancreas Correct Answer: B. Alpha cells of the pancreas

Question 14

5 out of 5 points

	The etiology of Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus is
	Selected Answer: A. Idiopathic Correct Answer: A. Idiopathic

Question 15

0 out of 5 points

	Hormone secretions are monitored by the
	Selected Answer: C. Individual glands Correct Answer: B. Hypothalamus

Question 16

5 out of 5 points

	Graves Disease causes
	Selected Answer: B. An increase in body functioning Correct Answer: B. An increase in body functioning

Question 17

5 out of 5 points

	The classic triad of symptoms of Diabetes Mellitus is
	Selected Answer: A. Polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia Correct Answer: A. Polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia

Question 18

5 out of 5 points

	The most common endocrine disorder is
	Selected Answer: D. Diabetes Mellitus   Correct Answer: D. Diabetes Mellitus

Question 19

5 out of 5 points

	The major side effect of insulin administration is
	Selected Answer: C. Hypoglycemia Correct Answer: C. Hypoglycemia

Question 20

5 out of 5 points

	Iodine replacement is required in the case of
	Selected Answer: C. Endemic Goiter Correct Answer: C. Endemic Goiter

Question 1

5 out of 5 points

	Blood tests performed to determine if waste products are being adequately filtered include:
	Selected Answer: C. BUN, FANA, creatinine. Response Feedback: a. These do not test for waste products. b. The KUB does not test for waste products. c. BUN and creatinine test for waste products. A blood urea nitrogen (BUN) test will determine the levels of urea nitrogen or waste product in the blood. A creatinine clearance test is a blood test to determine the ability of the renal glomeruli to filter creatinine out of the blood after creatinine is ingested by the subject. d. The ESR and CBC do not test for waste products.

Question 2

5 out of 5 points

	Prevention of UTIs include all of the following EXCEPT:
	Selected Answer: C. wear tight-fitting clothes. Response Feedback: a. This will help prevent UTIs. b. This will help prevent UTIs. c. This will contribute to the development of a UTI, not prevent it. d. This will help prevent UTIs.

Question 3

5 out of 5 points

	Causes of obstructions in hydronephrosis include:
	Selected Answer: D. all of the above. Response Feedback: a. This can be the cause of an obstruction in hydronephrosis, but others are listed. b. This can be the cause of an obstruction in hydronephrosis, but others are listed. c. This can be the cause of an obstruction in hydronephrosis, but others are listed. d. All the conditions listed can be the cause of an obstruction in hydronephrosis.

Question 4

5 out of 5 points

	Normal urine pH is:
	Selected Answer: B. 6. Response Feedback: a. This is outside the normal range of urine pH. b. Normal urine pH is 6. c. This is outside the normal range of urine pH. d. This is outside the normal range of urine pH.

Question 5

5 out of 5 points

	Females are more prone to UTIs because:
	Selected Answer: D. of all of the above. Response Feedback: a. This is one reason females are more prone to UTIs, but others are listed. b. This is one reason females are more prone to UTIs, but others are listed. c. This is one reason females are more prone to UTIs, but others are listed. d. All of the listed reasons make females more prone to UTIs.

Question 6

5 out of 5 points

	Males are less susceptible to UTIs because:
	Selected Answer: D. all of the above. Response Feedback: a. This is a reason why males are less susceptible to UTIs, but others are listed. b. This is a reason why males are less susceptible to UTIs, but others are listed. c. This is a reason why males are less susceptible to UTIs, but others are listed. d. All the reasons listed contribute to why males have fewer UTIs.

Question 7

5 out of 5 points

	A urine culture helps determine which _____ is causing the infection.
	Selected Answer: A. bacterium Response Feedback: a. A urine culture is to determine which bacteria are causing an infection. b. A urine culture does not test for this. c. A urine culture does not test for this. d. A urine culture does not test for this.

Question 8

0 out of 5 points

	Common signs and symptoms of diseases of the urinary system include:
	Selected Answer: B. hematuria, polyuria, oliguria. Response Feedback: a. This is not the correct answer. b. This is not the correct answer. c. Hematuria, oliguria, and pyuria are common signs and symptoms of diseases of the urinary system. d. This is not the correct answer.

Question 9

5 out of 5 points

	Symptoms of kidney stones include:
	Selected Answer: D. spasmodic flank pain. Response Feedback: a. This is not a symptom of kidney stones. b. This is not a symptom of kidney stones. c. This is not a symptom of kidney stones. d. Spasmodic flank pain is a symptom of kidney stones.

Question 10

5 out of 5 points

	The most common bacteria to cause urinary tract infections are:
	Selected Answer: A. E. coli. Response Feedback: a. The most common bacteria to cause urinary tract infections is E. coli.b. This is not the most common bacteria to cause urinary tract infections. c. This is not the most common bacteria to cause urinary tract infections. d. This is not the most common bacteria to cause urinary tract infections.

Question 11

0 out of 5 points

	Diagnosis of hydronephrosis is confirmed by:
	Selected Answer: D. cystoscopy. Response Feedback: a. This would not be used to confirm a diagnosis of hydronephrosis. b. A pyelogram would be used to confirm the diagnosis of hydronephrosis. c. This would not be used to confirm a diagnosis of hydronephrosis. d. This would not be used to confirm a diagnosis of hydronephrosis.

Question 12

5 out of 5 points

	Urinary tract infections may be caused by:
	Selected Answer: D. all of the above. Response Feedback: a. This may cause a urinary tract infection, but others are listed. b. This may cause a urinary tract infection, but others are listed. c. This may cause a urinary tract infection, but others are listed. d. Bacteria, viruses, and fungi all can cause urinary tract infections.

Question 13

5 out of 5 points

	Catheterization is performed to:
	Selected Answer: D. accomplish all of the above. Response Feedback: a. This is a reason to perform a catheterization, but others are listed. b. This is a reason to perform a catheterization, but others are listed. c. This is a reason to perform a catheterization, but others are listed. d. All of the listed reasons may require catheterization.

Question 14

5 out of 5 points

	What is it called when a catheter is placed through an incision into the pelvic wall?
	Selected Answer: A. suprapubic Response Feedback: a. A suprapubic catheter is placed through an incision into the pelvic wall. b. An indwelling catheter is inserted through the urethra. c. A residual test is a type of test to determine urinary retention and is performed via a catheter being inserted through the urethra. d. An in-and-out catheterization refers to a temporary catheterization that is inserted through the urethra.

Question 15

5 out of 5 points

	When obtaining a sterile urine specimen, the patient needs to get a _____ specimen.
	Selected Answer: B. catheterized urine Response Feedback: a. This will not provide a sterile specimen. b. Catherization is the only way to get a sterile urine specimen. c. This will not provide a sterile specimen. d. This will not provide a sterile specimen.

Question 16

5 out of 5 points

	Which X-rays require the injection of dye into the bloodstream?
	Selected Answer: D. IVP Response Feedback: a. This test does not require the injection of dye. A KUB is a common X-ray of the structures of the urinary tract to determine abnormalities.  b. This test does not require the injection of dye. A cystogram is an X-ray taken of the bladder after a radiopaque dye is instilled into the bladder using a urinary catheter. c. This test does not require the injection of dye. d. An IVP is an X-ray taken after injecting dye into the individual’s bloodstream. The dye accumulates in the urinary tract, improving the ability to visualize and identify obstructions, tumors, and deformities.

Question 17

5 out of 5 points

	Signs and symptoms of urethritis include all of the following EXCEPT:
	Selected Answer: D. all of the above. Response Feedback: a. This is a symptom of urethritis, but others are listed. b. This is a symptom of urethritis, but others are listed. c. This is a symptom of urethritis, but others are listed. d. Urethral discharge, swelling of the urethra, and dysuria are all signs and symptoms of urethritis.

Question 18

5 out of 5 points

	Treatment for glomerulonephritis includes:
	Selected Answer: C. diuretics. Response Feedback: a. This is not a treatment for glomerulonephritis. b. This is not a treatment for glomerulonephritis. c. Diuretics is a treatment for glomerulonephritis. d. This is not a treatment for glomerulonephritis.

Question 19

5 out of 5 points

	The bladder stores _____ of urine.
	Selected Answer: D. 350-500 mL Response Feedback: a. This is more than is stored in the bladder. b. This is more than is stored in the bladder. c. This is less than the average stored in the bladder. d. The bladder stores 350-500 mL of urine.

Question 20

5 out of 5 points

	The purpose of performing a cystoscopy is to find all of the following EXCEPT:
	Selected Answer: A. normal tissue. Response Feedback: a. A cystoscopy would not be performed to find normal tissue. b. A cystoscopy is an invasive procedure where a lighted scope is used to look into the urethra and bladder. Stones, tumors, and areas of infection and inflammation can be viewed by use of a cystoscope.  c. A cystoscopy is an invasive procedure where a lighted scope is used to look into the urethra and bladder. Stones, tumors, and areas of infection and inflammation can be viewed by use of a cystoscope. d. A cystoscopy is an invasive procedure where a lighted scope is used to look into the urethra and bladder. Stones, tumors, and areas of infection and inflammation can be viewed by use of a cystoscope.