Question 1

Unstable angina may require hospitalization, whereas stable angina can be managed with medication and lifestyle modifications aimed at reducing the workload on the heart and the accompanying oxygen demand.

Accepted Answer

Unstable angina is a more serious condition that can indicate an impending heart attack, requiring close monitoring and treatment in a hospital setting, while stable angina is less severe and can often be managed with medications and lifestyle changes.

Question 2

Signs and symptoms of heart failure depend on whether the right ventricular ejection fraction is preserved or reduced.

Accepted Answer

Signs and symptoms of heart failure depend on whether the left ventricular ejection fraction is preserved or reduced, not the right ventricular ejection fraction.

Question 3

Most cases of peripheral artery disease can be managed with lifestyle modifications similar to those involved with heart-healthy living.

Accepted Answer

Lifestyle modifications such as smoking cessation, regular exercise, and a healthy diet can help manage peripheral artery disease, similar to heart disease management strategies.

Question 4

The risk of congestive heart failure in older adults doubles for those with blood pressures over what level?

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

At present, which of the following is the gold standard for treatment of ischemic stroke?

Accepted Answer

Tissue plasminogen activator (tPA) is the gold standard for the treatment of ischemic stroke, as it helps dissolve the clot and restore blood flow to the brain if administered within a certain time window after stroke onset.

Question 6

When bacteria is the cause of community-acquired pneumonia, which of the following is the most common pathogen with about 50% of people with community-acquired pneumonia requiring hospitalization?

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Question 7

Which of the following is the cardinal symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease?

Accepted Answer

Heartburn is the cardinal symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), characterized by a burning sensation in the chest.

Question 8

H.pylori infection and used of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are the most common causes of what medical condition?

Accepted Answer

H.pylori infection and the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are the most common causes of peptic ulcer disease.

Question 9

Morphine sulfate should be avoided as treatment for what medical condition because it increases the intraluminal pressures within the colon, causing symptoms to get worse?

Accepted Answer

Morphine sulfate should be avoided in diverticulitis because it can increase intraluminal pressures in the colon, potentially worsening the condition.

Question 10

Squamous cell carcinoma of the esophagus is associated with what medical condition?

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Question 11

Combination therapy for treatment of hypertension in older adults allows for smaller doses of each drug and may help avoid side effects.

Accepted Answer

Combination therapy can enhance efficacy and reduce side effects by using lower doses of multiple drugs, which can be particularly beneficial for older adults who may be more sensitive to medications.

Question 12

If left untreated, peripheral artery disease may eventually lead to impaired function and decreased quality of life, even when no leg symptoms are present.

Accepted Answer

Peripheral artery disease can lead to reduced blood flow, which may cause complications such as heart attack or stroke, affecting overall health and quality of life, even if leg symptoms are not initially present.

Question 13

Cases of bacterial pneumonia account for about half of all types of pneumonia and tend to be less severe than viral pneumonia.

Accepted Answer

Bacterial pneumonia is generally more severe than viral pneumonia and can account for a significant portion of pneumonia cases, but not necessarily half.

Question 14

Older adults may not present with typical symptoms of bacterial pneumonia such as chills, fever, chest pain, productive cough, sweating, or dyspnea and instead may have which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Older adults with bacterial pneumonia may present with atypical symptoms such as confusion or delirium due to age-related changes in the immune system and the presence of comorbidities.

Question 15

Which of the following would be considered a positive result for the Mantoux test for tuberculosis?

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Question 16

Although the cardinal symptom of GERD is heartburn, older adults may rather complain of what type of atypical symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Older adults with GERD may present with atypical symptoms such as pulmonary conditions, including chronic cough, asthma, or aspiration pneumonia, rather than the typical heartburn.

Question 17

When performing a gastrointestinal assessment, what symptom is suggestive of an obstruction?

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Question 18

Which of the following is a manifestation of tumors on the right colon?

Accepted Answer

Tumors on the right colon often cause bleeding that results in dark red or mahogany colored blood mixed in the stool, due to the longer transit time through the intestines.

Question 19

Occasionally, tumors from what type of cancer will develop near the common bile duct, which will cause an obstruction that leads to jaundice that may allow for an earlier diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

Pancreatic cancer can develop near the common bile duct, causing an obstruction that leads to jaundice, which may allow for earlier diagnosis.

Question 20

Following a bladder treatment of Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) wash, the patient should be instructed to do which of the following with any urine passed in the first 6 hours after treatment?

Accepted Answer

The patient should treat the urine with undiluted bleach to kill any remaining BCG bacteria before flushing it, as BCG is a live vaccine and can be hazardous.

Quiz 9: Management of Common Illnesses, Diseases, and Health Conditions