Question 1 (2 points)

In examination of the nose, the clinician observes gray, pale mucous membranes with clear, serous 

discharge. This is most likely indicative of:

Question 1 options:

a) 

Bacterial sinusitis

b) 

Allergic rhinitis

c) 

Drug abuse

d) 

Skull fracture

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Question 2 (2 points)

Your patient complains of a feeling of heaviness in the lower legs daily. You note varicosities, edema, 

and dusky color of both ankles and feet. Which of the following is the most likely cause for these 

symptoms?

Question 2 options:

a) 

Femoral vein thrombosis

b) 

Femoral artery thrombus

c) 

Venous insufficiency

d) 

Musculoskeletal injury

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Question 3 (2 points)

Which of the following is the most important question to ask during cardiovascular health history?

Question 3 options:

a) 

Number of offspring

b) 

Last physical exam

c) 

Sudden death of a family member

d) 

Use of caffeine

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Question 4 (2 points)

Rheumatic heart disease is a complication that can arise from which type of infection?

Question 4 options:

a) 

Epstein-Barr virus

b) 

Diphtheria

c) 

Group A beta hemolytic streptococcus

d) 

Streptococcus pneumoniae

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Question 5 (2 points)

A cough is described as chronic if it has been present for:

Question 5 options:

a) 

2 weeks or more

b) 

8 weeks or more

c) 

3 months or more

d) 

6 months or more

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Question 6 (2 points)

A key symptom of ischemic heart disease is chest pain. However, angina equivalents may include

exertional dyspnea. Angina equivalents are important because:

Question 6 options:

a) 

Women with ischemic heart disease many times do not present with chest pain

b) 

Some patients may have no symptoms or atypical symptoms; diagnosis may only be made at the time of 

an actual myocardial infarction

c) 

Elderly patients have the most severe symptoms

d) 

A & B only

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