NR 601 Week 6 Quiz - Correct Answers

C. Phenazopyridine (Pyridium) (Correct) D. Fosfomycin (Monurol) 7. Which of the following criteria is required for a diagnosis of chronic kidney disease (CKD)? A. Serum creatinine greater than 2.0 mg/dL at a single point in time B. Urine output less than 500 mL/day for one week C. Structural or functional kidney abnormalities persisting for ≥3 months (Correct) D. eGFR below 60 mL/min/1.73 m2 for less than 2 months 8. How can polypharmacy contribute to malnutrition in older adults? A. By increasing energy requirements B. By enhancing nutrient absorption C. Through side effects such as gastrointestinal disturbances or appetite suppression (Correct) D. By decreasing the risk of appetite loss 9. Which of the following symptoms is most characteristic of a urinary tract infection (UTI) in an aged adult? A. Nocturia and flank tenderness B. Dysuria and suprapubic pain C. Hematuria and polyuria D. Confusion and generalized weakness (Correct) 10. Which of the following is the most common causative organism in uncomplicated urinary tract infections? A. Enterococcus faecalis B. Proteus mirabilis C. Klebsiella pneumoniae D. Escherichia coli (E. coli) (Correct) 11. Which of the following medications is preferred for reducing proteinuria in chronic kidney disease (CKD) but must be avoided in patients with bilateral renal artery stenosis? A. Rosuvastatin (Crestor) B. Finerenone (Kerendia) C. Losartan (Cozaar) (Correct) D. Metoprolol (Lopressor) 12. A 78-year-old with Stage 4 chronic kidney disease (CKD) presents with D. Malnutrition resulting from chronic illnesses like cancer or infections that trigger inflammatory responses (Correct) 18. Which of the following comorbidities is most strongly associated with BOTH the cause and progression of CKD? A. Osteoarthritis B. Hyperlipidemia C. Cardiovascular disease (Correct) D. Asthma 19. A 70-year-old patient with GERD presents with dysphagia and unintended weight loss. Which of the following diagnostic tests is MOST appropriate? A. Stool antigen test B. Urea breath test C. Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) (Correct) D. Ambulatory pH monitoring 20. Which of the following medications is recommended for NSAID- induced ulcer prophylaxis when discontinuation of the NSAID is not feasible? A. Tetracycline (Tetracyn) B. Sucralfate (Carafate) C. Clarithromycin (Biaxin) D. Famotidine (Pepcid) (Correct) 21. Which of the following is a non-disease-related factor that has the HIGHEST impact on malnutrition in older adults? A. Poor attendance at community events B. Limited access to nutritious food and financial insecurity (Correct) C. Not using dietary supplements D. Lack of routine physical exams 22. Which of the following medications is most effective for managing moderate to severe GERD and promoting mucosal healing? A. Magnesium hydroxide (Mag-Ox) B. Calcium carbonate (Tums) C. Omeprazole (Prilosec) (Correct) D. Famotidine (Pepcid) 23. An 82-year-old patient presents with right upper quadrant pain, fever, and nausea.