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Question 1 of 5

Which of the following is a common cause of chronic liver disease?

A. Alcohol abuse.

B. Hepatitis C infection.

C. Obesity.

D. Smoking.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Hepatitis C infection.

Question 2 of 5

A middle-aged adult with a family history of CAD has the following: total cholesterol 198 (11 mmol/L); LDL cholesterol 120 (6.7 mmol/L); HDL cholesterol 58 (3.2 mmol/L); triglycerides 148 (8.2 mmol/L); blood sugar 102 (5.7 mmol/L); and C-reactive protein (CRP) 4.2. The health care provider prescribes a statin medication and aspirin. The client asks the nurse why these medications are needed. Which is the best response by the nurse?

A. The labs indicate severe hyperlipidemia and the medications will lower your LDL, along with a low-fat diet.

B. The triglycerides are elevated and will not return to normal without these medications.

C. The CRP is elevated indicating inflammation seen in cardiovascular disease, which can be lowered by the medications prescribed.

D. These medications will reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: The CRP is elevated indicating inflammation seen in cardiovascular disease, which can be lowered by the medications prescribed.

Question 3 of 5

An older client with long-term type 2 diabetes Mellitus (DM) is seen in the clinic for a routine health assessment. Which assessment would the nurse complete to determine if a patient with type 2 diabetes Mellitus (DM) is experiencing long-term complications?

A. Signs of respiratory tract infection

B. Sensation in feet and legs

C. Skin condition of lower extremities

D. Serum creatinine and blood urea nitrogen (BUN)

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Sensation in feet and legs

Question 4 of 5

Which client is at greatest risk for coronary artery disease?

A. A 32-year-old female with mitral valve prolapse who quit smoking 10 years ago.

B. A 43-year-old male with a family history of CAD and a cholesterol level of 158 (8.8 mmol/L).

C. A 56-year-old male with an HDL of 60 (3.3 mmol/L) who takes atorvastatin.

D. A 65-year-old female who is obese with an LDL of 188 (10.4 mmol/L).

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: A 65-year-old female who is obese with an LDL of 188 (10.4 mmol/L).

Question 5 of 5

Which of the following is a characteristic of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?

A. Increased lung compliance.

B. Decreased lung elasticity.

C. Increased respiratory rate.

D. Increased lung expansion.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Decreased lung elasticity.

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