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Medical Surgical Endocrine Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Cloudy spinal fluid is seen in:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tuberculous and meningococcal meningitis cause cloudy CSF from pus or protein; polio and encephalitis typically do not.
Question 2 of 5
A completely obstructed bronchial lumen causes:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Complete bronchial obstruction leads to atelectasis (lung collapse) distal to the block.
Question 3 of 5
The drug of choice for treatment of pneumococcal pneumonia in patients with penicillin sensitivity is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Erythromycin is effective against Streptococcus pneumoniae in penicillin-allergic patients.
Question 4 of 5
In obstructive emphysema of the lungs:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Obstructive emphysema decreases vital capacity from air trapping.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assigned to care for a client who had a thyroidectomy 24 hours ago. On initial assessment which finding requires the most immediate action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Stridor indicates airway obstruction, a medical emergency post-thyroidectomy requiring immediate action to maintain airway patency (e.g., suction, tracheostomy).