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Question 1 of 5

A nurse is assessing a client who has multiple sclerosis. The client reports that, since the onset of the disease, there are times when their symptoms are active and then followed by a period with no symptoms. Which of the following types of multiple sclerosis does this pattern indicate?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis is characterized by flare-ups followed by periods of partial or complete recovery.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who is being evaluated for multiple sclerosis. Which of the following tests should the nurse anticipate the provider will order to assist with diagnosis?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A lumbar puncture can detect oligoclonal bands in cerebrospinal fluid, aiding in multiple sclerosis diagnosis.

Question 3 of 5

A 30-year-old female patient presents with symptoms of dysuria, urgency, and frequency. A urinalysis is performed. Which of the following findings would most likely confirm a diagnosis of a urinary tract infection (UTI)?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Nitrites are commonly found in the urine of patients with UTIs due to bacterial conversion of urinary nitrates to nitrites, a hallmark finding of a UTI.

Question 4 of 5

A 45-year-old patient presents to the emergency department with epigastric pain, nausea, and occasional vomiting. The patient's history reveals chronic NSAID use for osteoarthritis. Laboratory tests indicate normal liver function but show the presence of Helicobacter pylori antibodies. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Chronic gastritis due to Helicobacter pylori infection is the most likely diagnosis, given the presence of H. pylori antibodies and NSAID use.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is assessing a patient diagnosed with peptic ulcer disease. Which findings would support this diagnosis? (Select All that Apply.)

Correct Answer: D,F,G

Rationale: Burning stomach pain, H. pylori infection, NSAID use, and a positive urea breath test are key indicators of peptic ulcer disease.

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