Unit 2 Review Questions Flashcards
What is the purpose of utilizing the AAS tool in practice?
IPV screening tool in the pregnant population (five-question screen that involves the following open-ended
questions)
What is the BEST way to successfully obtain social history info from adolescent?
questionnaire (most often adolescents feel more comfortable divulging this info on paper)
To conduct a bimanual examination on a patient, how should this be performed?
using one or two fingers in the vagina with the other hand placed on the abdomen
The overall highest rate of syphilis in men occurs during which age group?
20-24yr
What tool is used to categorize genital development?
SMR (sexual maturity rating)
When going to insert the speculum, what can the FNP do simultaneously to help distract attention from the placement of the speculum?
touch the inner aspect of the patient’s thigh or apply gentle pressure to the perineum (away from the introitus)
while inserting the speculum
School-aged children – teens are most likely to drown in what conditions?
large bodies of water (swimming pools/open water)
During the physical exam of a 5-6-year-old patient, the FNP will assess/observe and perform what universal
screening(s)?
US: hearing, vision
assess/observe for:
- ocular motility
- malocclusion
- fine/gross motor skills
- gait
First conspicuous sign of puberty for girls?
breast buds (occurs between 8-11yr)
The repeat BP is 120/80. What category is this considered? Likely, the cause of the previous falsely elevated BP
reading was?
normal BP; white coat syndrome, improper cuff size/measurement techniques, or use of stimulants
Regarding the positioning of the patient during a pelvic exam, the appropriate placement is?
dorsal lithotomy position AFTER equipment / supplies are ready (Patients with orthopedic or other physical
disabilities require accommodation for proper positioning and comfort)
During adolescence, substance abuse is limited to what?
experimentation with tobacco and ETOH
You inquire from the patient whether he is taking steps to actively lose weight in which he states he has increased
physical exercise and monitoring weight loss per week. From the previous BMI of 95th percentile to his current 93%
- would you instruct the patient to continue losing weight OR maintain weight?
maintain weight (age 12-18yr: once you’ve reached 85 to <95% range, you can maintain weight); however, being this patient is still considered OVERWEIGHT you would reiterate the need for continued physical activity daily (60min per day) and healthy eating choices.
During the physical exam of a 7-8-year-old patient, the FNP will assess/observe?
- malocclusion
- SMR (1st time this happens)
- hip/knee/ankle function
- gait
What age is puberty complete by? A: 15-16 B: 16-17 C: 16-18 D: 17-18
C
What is the primary cause of unintentional injury?
MVA
What are some clues to substance abuse seen in adolescents? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY? A: delinquency B: elevated mood C: chronic fatigue D: generalized physical complaints
A, C, D (truancy, failing grades, problems with interpersonal relationships, delinquency, depressive affect, chronic fatigue, and unexplained physical complaints)
Age 6-7: copies a __; defines words by __; knows if it’s _______ or _______ (time of day); draws a person with how many details? __; reads several ____-syllable words; knows approx. how many words?
triangle what is morning/afternoon 12 1 2560 words
The developmental passage from childhood to adulthood includes which of the following - SELECT ALL THAT APPLY!
A: completes puberty
B: establishes an identity while maintaining closeness with family
C: prepare career
D: develops socially and emotionally
E: moves from abstract to concrete thinking
A, C, D (establishes own identity and separates from family; moves from concrete to abstract thinking)
What is the formula for BMI?
weight and height (kg/m2)
What screening should begin at 12 years old?
Depression screening
Patient presents to the ED with tachycardia, HTN, elevated core body temp, hyperreflexia, tremors, seizures, nausea/vomiting. What substance do you suspect they are withdrawing from?
alcohol, barbiturates, or benzos
What age does rapid physical, emotional, cognitive, and social development begin? A: 9-10 B: 12-13 C: 11-12 D: 13-14
C
Hearing screenings are conducted at which aged visits?
5, 6, 8, 10, 11-14yr and 18-21 yr
Age 7-8yrs: counts by ___ and ___; ties shoes; copies a _____; knows what about a calendar? draws a man with ____ details? what type of arithmetic can they complete?
Answer: 2s and 5s; diamond; day of the week (not date/year); 16 details; adds/subtracts 1-digit #s
Middle childhood is considered what age group?
7-10 yr old
What are the 3 leading causes of MORTALITY in adolescence?
unintentional injury, suicide, homicide
T or F: axillary hair will show before pubic hair (occurs 1 year early)
False (pubic hair precedes axillary hair by 1 year)
How many fasting lipid profiles should be obtained?
2 with the results averaged for evaluation of the CVD risk
When conducting anticipatory guidance, what age do you 1st discuss pregnancy and STI protection?
11 years old
What is the FNP 1st priority during the first few minutes of the interview process? A: assess the social history B: ask about school and interests C: developmental screening D: explain the process of the interview
B (1st few minutes determines entire visit: ask neutral, nonpersonal questions – allows adolescent to become comfortable)
The cause of secondary HTN is?
an underlying health condition (premature birth, LBW, congenital heart disease, renal dysfunction)
What screening should be performed once between 15-18 yr. visits?
HIV screening
What is the primary cause of death in children < 15 years old?
fire-arm related injuries
When conducting anticipatory guidance, what age do you discuss switching from booster seat to seat belt in back seat of car?
Answer: 9-10 years old
What ages have BP and height, weight and BMI collected at annual visits?
5-21 y/o
BP 1st begins @ 3 yr. old annually
What is a CRITICAL first step in office-based interventions when working towards treatment of substance abuse in
an adolescent?
assessment of the patient’s readiness for change
After the FNP elicits information indicating substance abuse seems to be present, what information is pertinent to collect next?
extent and circumstances of the problem (how much do you drink a day? What do you drink? How long has this occurred?)
An adolescent comes to your clinic for an initial visit and appears closed-off and sullen. As the FNP, you know a cause of this could be? A: developmental delay B: drug use C: feeling afraid or judged D: depressed
C (your initial approach is IMPORTANT to the success of the interview process. PCP must behave simply,
honestly, without an authoritarian attitude)
15-17yr is classified as what stage of adolescence?
Middle
What is the GREATEST BARRIER to screening adolescents in the primary care setting for substance abuse?
insufficient time and lack of training
Age 9-10: knows ___, ___, ___ (related to calendar); names what in order? makes sentences with what three words in it? what arithmetic can they perform?
Answer: month, day, year; months in order; work/money/men; boy/river/ball; simple multiplication
When conducting anticipatory guidance, what age do you discuss making and keeping friends?
9-10 years old
T or F: most breast masses are benign and common
True
In a 4-yr. old patient with sickle cell, would you check their BP? How often?
children >3 yr. with underlying risk factors / obesity – BP should be checked at EVERY VISIT
22% of new HIV infects young and young adults ages _________ in the U.S.
13-24yrs
What is an example of tertiary prevention regarding STIs?
directed towards complications of specific illness (tx of PID BEFORE infertility develops)
Prior to the speculum exam of a virginal female, what should the FNP do?
one-finger exam of vagina – helps FNP identify the position of cervix/prepare patient for what’s to come
Match each breast issues with their appropriate characteristics.
- Fibroadenoma
- Fibrocystic change
- Abscess / Mastitis
- Galactorrhea
- Gynecomastia
- Mastalgia
- Papilloma tumor
a. Palpable fibroglandular mass located concentrically beneath the
nipple-areolar complex; can be unilateral or bilateral)
b. Caused by normal skin flora related to manipulation of periareolar
hair and nipple piercings; presents with breast pain,
erythema, and warm to touch
c. More common in adults; mild swelling and palpable nodularity in
the upper outer breast quadrants
d. Milky nipple discharge; typically benign; can be caused by
chronic nipple stimulation, certain psych drugs or illicit drug use
e. Unilateral bloody nipple discharge; REFER
f. Breast pain that is typically cyclic; occurs just prior to
menstruation
g. Non-tender, glandular, fibrous tissue; rubbery, smooth, wellcircumscribed,
mobile mass noted to the upper/outer quadrant of
breast; slow growing; US to evaluate
Answer: 1-G; 2-C; 3-B; 4-D; 5-A; 6-F; 7-E
Pubertal growth lasts about how many years?
2-4years (continues longer in boys)
EMR includes which of the following? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY! A: problem list B: VIS sheet C: allergies D: immunizations E: demographic data
A, C, D, E (demographic data, problem list, info about chronic medications, allergies, previous hospitalizations,
names of other physicians providing care for patient. Documentation of immunizations (inc. data required by National
Vaccine Injury Act) should be kept on second page)
What co-morbidities are associated with substance abuse in adolescents?
ADD/ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety disorders “B-A-A-D”
What universal screenings will be conducted during the 10yr old visit?
hearing, vision
A BMI >99th percentile for age (must be same age / gender) indicates what?
severe obesity (associated with greatly increases risk of comorbidity)
Following a work-up of an adolescent patient, you’ve diagnosed this patient with stage 1 essential (primary)
hypertension. What would be the appropriate treatment regimen?
If no cause is identified and HTN is deemed essential antihypertensive therapy should be initiated as well as
counseling given regarding nutrition/exercise (60min/day). The 1st line medication: beta blockers or ACE inhibitors.
In ages >4yr, what could be mistaken for hearing loss?
inattention; hearing screening should be a part of attention problems work-up
What usually appears 2 years after growth of pubic hair for boys?
axillary hair, deepened voice, chest hair (occurs mid-puberty)
SMR1 vs. SMR5?
SMR1 = pre-puberty; SMR5 = adult maturity
What is the highest-risk group to contract HIV?
young men who have sex with men (particularly men of color)
What should prompt further evaluation and possible treatment from the FNP in a pediatric patient evaluated for
obesity?
an upward change (crossing of them) in BMI % in any range
What two components are essential to obtaining a thorough pediatric history?
parents objective reporting of face and subjective interpretation of their information (in older children, obtain
their own history of events as well)
What can the FNP do to make the insertion of the speculum more comfortable for the patient?
warm the speculum with tap water prior to insertion
A BMI <5th percentile for age (must be same age / gender) indicates what?
underweight
T or F: family history of substance abuse does not pose an increased risk the adolescent will also abuse drugs
False
T or F: mortality rates are highest in males vs. women
True
T or F: all children, regardless of general health or presence of CVD risks, between 9-11 yrs. should be screened for lipids and have repeat screening every 5 years thereafter if normal
True
50% of women in the U.S. are infected with this STD.
trichomoniasis
Patient presents to the ED with conjunctival injection, hypotension, sedation, hallucinations. What substance do you suspect they’ve used?
marijuana
During the interview process, the FNP recognizes who as their primary patient?
adolescent
What is the BEST WAY to screen for substance abuse among adolescents?
general psychosocial assessment
What is an example of primary prevention regarding STIs?
focuses on education and risk-reduction techniques (address sexuality routinely as part of well-checkups; discuss
STIs prevalence – make it real for them; make condoms available and discuss other forms)
T or F: HSV-1 and HSV-2 cause STIs
True
What is the aim of tertiary prevention technique employed to prevent substance abuse – give an example?
targets those who are substance users; ex: identify someone who drinks at parties, and provides them with
resources for safe rides home at night
You’ve completed your exam and move onto discussing patients BMI. After discussing this information with the
adolescent and their parent, you determine increased resistance and unwillingness to change from both parties. How
would you proceed?
early intervention is IMPORTANT to decrease future co-morbidities. Due to increased resistance to make lifestyle
modifications, the FNP should consider the use of Orlistat, a lipase inhibitor approved in children >12 yr. old. You
would still provide counseling regarding weight management in addition (age 12-18yr @ 95-98% should lose 2lb/wk).
Counsel on sedentary lifestyle and electronic use recommendations. Schedule follow-up with patient in 4 weeks.
What complications can occur when adolescents use ecstasy? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY! A: decline of immediate/delayed memory B: insomnia C: pulmonary HTN D: increased appetite
A, B, C, D (decline of immediate and delayed memory, mood sleep and appetite alterations, cardiomyopathy,
pulmonary edema, and pulmonary hypertension)
What is the MOST commonly used indicator to measure size and growth patterns on children and teens in the US?
CDC growth charts
Prior to this discussion, you complete your physical exam and note this patients BP is 91%. What does this value
indicate regarding the patient? What would you do first? What things should be considered?
suggests pre-HTN; you must reassess BP in that visit and evaluate if patient has any risk factors
What are the screening tools for IPV?
RADAR tool and HITS tool (AAS Tool)
When conducting anticipatory guidance, what age do you begin addressing bullying?
5 years old, until 14 years old
How can the FNP aid in STD prevention?
Risk assessment & education, pre-exposure vaccines, ID asymptomatic pts & pts with symptoms, effective
diagnosis treatment counseling & follow-up, eval treatment and follow-up with sex partners
What complications can occur when adolescents use marijuana? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY! A: bradycardia B: elevated BP C: bronchoconstriction D: increases fertility E: ADHD F: issues with coordination / memory
B, E, F (tachycardia, hypertension, bronchodilation, decrease fertility, learning problems, coordination, and
memory)
During the physical exam of an 8-year-old patient, the FNP will conduct what universal screening?
hearing
vision
T or F: the FNP should have another female staff chaperone should be present with male examiners
True
T or F: 11-21yr have annual visits
True
The bimanual examination of the patient allows the FNP to palate what?
uterus and adnexa for size, position, and tenderness
When conducting anticipatory guidance, what age do you discuss weight?
9-10 years old
Major causes of morbidity are related to what two factors?
psychosocial and poverty
HSV-1 is often established in children via oral route by what age?
5 years old
What is NOT a good predictor of physiologic or psychosocial development?
chronological age
What is the most common STD cause of visible genital warts?
Herpes Simplex Virus
Age 5
we have the kindergartner. this boy is ready to relate to peers, knows ___. brain is ___% of its adult weight, Able to complete pencil/paper tasks better
Cognitive: _________ stage (focuses on 1 variable in problem at a time);
Activities: catch a ball, skips, copies a ___, tells age, understands concept of _, knows __ from __ hand, draws recognizable person with _ details; per the parent: can complete simple ____, little awareness of ______
right from left 90% preoperational stage copies a cross 8 details complete simple chores little awareness of danger
7-10 age range is MOST concerned with? A: magical thinking / imaginative play B: peers and school C: sports & extracurricular D: academia and school
Answer: B
When conducting anticipatory guidance, what age do you 1st discuss being physically active at least 60min per day?
11 years old, until 21 years old
When conducting anticipatory guidance, what age do you begin addressing safeguarding info from online, talk
about worries, inquire about activities most liked in school?
7 years old
A patient presents to your clinic to discuss the results of the ultrasound evaluating a fibroadenoma. Results indicate the mass measures <5cm. The FNP knows the indicated treatment for this is to?
monitor for growth or regression over 3-4 mo (>5cm, undiagnosed breast masses that are enlarging or have
overlying skin changes, or any suspicious mass with hx of previous malignancy à REFER!)
What is the 2nd leading cause of death in ages 1-3yr?
drowning
What is the most common/highest BACTERIAL STD in the US among adolescent and young women?
Chlamydia / Gonorrhea
Epididymitis is most commonly seen caused by what bacteria in males?
C trachmomatis and N gonorrhea
What is the aim of secondary prevention technique employed to prevent substance abuse – give an example?
aims to prevent progression from initiation to continuance/maintenance; ex: Alateen (supports children of alcoholic parents)
Age 8-9: defines words better than by use; what type of arithmetic can they perform?
Answer: use; borrowing/carrying in add/subtraction
What are the correct order specimens should be obtained?
- vaginal pH, 2. saline and 3. KOH wet preparations, 4. cervical cytology (Pap) screening if indicated, and 5.
endocervical swabs for gonorrhea and Chlamydia
What must you obtain in order to diagnose a patient with hypertension?
2 or more elevated BPs (in ADDITION to the 1st elevated BP) separated in time & >95th percentile for 2 visits) –
SO TOTAL OF 3 BPs!
Why do adolescents’ experiment with tobacco and ETOH?
part of establishing independence and attempt to identify with peer groups
What recreational drugs have increased in their use by adolescents?
OTC cough/cold meds
What is the appropriate age to begin checking BP during annual visits?
3 years old
When conducting anticipatory guidance, what age do you instruct to consume milk 3x/day?
7-8 years old
When conducting anticipatory guidance, what age do you 1st discuss dating / sexual situations, NO means NO?
11 years old, until 21 years old
What would prompt the clinician to check a patients BP in children <3 yr. old?
hx of prematurity (<32 wks), congenital heart disease, recurrent UTIs, renal disease, family hx of renal disease,
organ transplant, bone marrow transplant, on meds that increase BP (think about patients with ADHD – stimulants), sickle cell disease, increased ICP
An 8yr old patient presents to your clinic with a BMI-for-age of 89th percentile. When you check the chart from
previous visit, you note her BMI-for-age was 95th percentile 6 months ago. What weight status category is this
patient currently? What weight status category were they at their last visit? As the FNP, how would you proceed?
overweight currently, obese at previous visit; this change in weight especially given the timeframe it occurred
prompts the FNP to discuss with the patient whether they have any concerns regarding weight, and if they are trying to lose
weight. Explore the patients eating habits and discuss with the parent if you’ve noticed any changes in behavior around
mealtime or sudden increase in activity. Inspect patients back (possible bruising associated with increased sit-ups)
What is the GYN disorder commonly requires hospitalization and is most common in teen girls?
PID
Patient presents to the ED with respiratory depression, pulmonary edema, hypotension, and decreased body
temperature. What substance do you suspect they’ve used?
opioids