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    1. Which inheritance pattern requires only one mutated gene to cause a disorder?
      A)
      X-linked recessive
      B)
      Mitochondrial
      C)
      Autosomal recessive
      D)
      Autosomal dominant
    2. Which of the following genetic disorders is characterized by tall stature, long limbs, and cardiovascular complications such as aortic aneurysm?
      A)
      Achondroplasia
      B)
      Marfan Syndrome
      C)
      Cystic Fibrosis
      D)
      Huntington's Disease
    3. Which clinical manifestation would the nurse expect in a patient with hypocalcemia?
      A)
      Lethargy
      B)
      Hypertension
      C)
      Bone Pain
      D)
      Positive Chvostek's Sign
      E)
      Constipation
    4. The nurse is educating a patient with chronic kidney disease (CKD) about dietary modifications. Which foods should the patient avoid? (Select all that apply.)
      (SATA)
      A)
      White Rice
      B)
      Baked Salmon
      C)
      Spinach
      D)
      Apples
      E)
      Bananas
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    1. What is the observable characteristic of an individual known as?
      A)
      Phenotype
      B)
      Chromosome
      C)
      Genotype
      D)
      Allele
    2. Which diuretic is most appropriate for treating a patient with increased intracranial pressure (ICP)?
      A)
      Hydrochlorothiazide
      B)
      Spironolactone
      C)
      Furosemide
      D)
      Mannitol
    3. Place the following symptoms under the correct category: Hyperthyroidism or Hypothyroidism.
      HyperthyroidismHypothyroidism
      Heat Intolerance✓
      Exophthalmos✓
      Tremors✓
      Bradycardia✓
      Weight Gain✓
      Dry Coarse Skin✓
    4. A patient with urolithiasis is admitted with severe flank pain and hematuria. What is the nurse's priority intervention?
      A)
      Obtain a urine specimen
      B)
      Administer prescribed analgesics
      C)
      Encourage oral fluids
      D)
      Prepare the patient for surgery
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    1. Which finding is most concerning in a patient receiving spironolactone?
      A)
      Magnesium is 2.0 mEq/L
      B)
      Sodium Level is 136 mEq/L
      C)
      Calcium is 10.1 mEq/L
      D)
      Potassium Level is 6.1mEq/L
    2. Match the following conditions to the associated primary electrolyte imbalance:
      HyponatremiaHypercalcemiaHyperkalemiaHypocalcemiaHypernatremia
      Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone (SIADH)✓
      Addison's Disease✓
      Hypoparathyroidism✓
      Diabetes Insipidus✓
      Hyperparathyroidism✓
    3. Which of the following symptoms would a nurse monitor for in a patient with hypervolemia?
      A)
      Edema
      B)
      Tachycardia
      C)
      Reduced Skin Turgor
      D)
      Hypotension
    4. Which laboratory value is most indicative of chronic kidney disease (CKD)?
      A)
      Potassium level of 4.0 mEq/L
      B)
      Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) of 18 mg/dL
      C)
      Serum creatinine of 5.0 mg/dL
      D)
      Urine specific gravity of 1.015
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    1. Match the following endocrine disorders to the most relevant diagnostic test:
      A)
      Cushing's Syndrome
      B)
      Addison's Disease
      C)
      Graves Disease
      D)
      Diabetes Insipidus
      E)
      Hashimoto's Thyroiditis
    2. A patient taking hydrochlorothiazide is also prescribed digoxin. Which lab value should the nurse monitor closely?
      A)
      Sodium
      B)
      Magnesium
      C)
      Calcium
      D)
      Potassium
    3. Place the following symptoms under the correct condition: Diabetes Insipidus or SIADH.
      A)
      Polyuria
      B)
      Decreased Urine Output
      C)
      Hyponatremia
      D)
      Hypernatremia
      E)
      Dilute Urine
    4. Which medication is most appropriate for treating hyperkalemia?
      A)
      Mannitol
      B)
      Calcium Carbonate
      C)
      Glucose & Insulin
      D)
      Metoprolol
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    1. A patient is receiving furosemide for pulmonary edema. Which potential side effects should the nurse monitor for? (Select all that apply)
      A)
      Hypokalemia
      B)
      Dehydration
      C)
      Hypertension
      D)
      Hypercalcemia
      E)
      Ototoxicity
    2. Which common adverse effect of an angiotensin II receptor antagonist will the nurse expect to assess in a patient?
      A)
      Seizure
      B)
      Bradycardia
      C)
      Hyperkalemia
      D)
      Insomnia
    3. Which clinical findings are consistent with hypocalcemia? (Select all that apply)
      A)
      Constipation
      B)
      Trousseau's sign
      C)
      Positive Chvostek's sign
      D)
      Muscle spasms
      E)
      Shortened QT interval
    4. Which statement indicates a patient understands the purpose of antidiuretic hormone (ADH)?
      A)
      "It increases my urine output."
      B)
      "It reduces the reabsorption of sodium in my kidneys."
      C)
      "It decreases water reabsorption in my kidneys."
      D)
      "It helps retain water to maintain my blood pressure."
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    1. A patient with syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) is at risk for which electrolyte imbalance?
      A)
      Hyponatremia
      B)
      Hypokalemia
      C)
      Hypernatremia
      D)
      Hyperkalemia
    2. The nurse administers furosemide IV to a patient with acute pulmonary edema. Which action is most important during administration?
      A)
      Restrict the patient's fluid intake.
      B)
      Ensure the patient voids before administration.
      C)
      Administer the dose rapidly to achieve quick results.
      D)
      Monitor the patient for tinnitus.
    3. A patient with a serum calcium level of 7.0 mg/dL is at risk for which condition? (Normal 8.5-10.5 mg/dL)
      A)
      Tetany
      B)
      Hypertension
      C)
      Constipation
      D)
      Polyuria
    4. The nurse is teaching a patient with chronic kidney disease about dietary restrictions. Which food should be avoided?
      A)
      Apples
      B)
      Bananas
      C)
      Green Beans
      D)
      White Bread
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