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3P APEA Predictor Test Bank Newest 2025 Includes 500+ Accurate And Verified Questions Covering Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, And Physical Assessment. Designed To Assess Nurse Practitioner Students’ Readiness For Certification, This Test Bank Emphasizes Clinical Decision-Making, Diagnostic Reasoning, Disease Processes, Medication Management, And Advanced Health Assessments.
The PMHNP is treating a cisgender female with bulimia nervosa. The patient does not desire pregnancy and has an intrauterine contraceptive device. The first-line
pharmacotherapy for this patient is:
A-desipramine (Norpramin).B- fluoxetine (Prozac).C-sertraline (Zoloft).D - topiramate (Topamax).fluoxetine
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The PMHNP sees a 32-year-old patient who is pregnant. The patient has been unable to quit smoking. The patient feels "it won't hurt anything" because her mother smoked while pregnant with her. Which of the following potential effects of maternal smoking should the PMHNP NOT include in their patient education?
A- Visual disturbances (e.9., strabismus) B-Restricted growth (e.g. head growth, low birth weight) C-Poor lung function (e.9 asthma, wheezing) D- Macrosomia (more than 9 lbs. 15 oz. or 4.5 kg) Macrosomia (more than 9 lbs. 15 oz. or 4.5 kg)
The PMHNP evaluates a patient for depression, the patient was referred by a gastroenterologist. The patient has been diagnosed with nonalcoholic fatty Liver disease. Which of the following conditions is associated with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease?
A-Prior hepatitis C infection B-Metabolic syndrome C -Acetaminophen overuse 2 / 4
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D - Gilbert's syndrome metabolic syndrome
Normal defense mechanisms are psychological strategies that
are unconsciously employed by a person to:
○ A-alert them that problems are present.○ B-protect the id from distorted reality.○ C-protect feelings triggered by stressful situations.○ D - warm against harm or danger.protect feelings triggered by stressful situations
A 67-year-old male patient reports to the emergency department for acute abdominal pain and is diagnosed with acute pancreatitis. Which of the following is most likely responsible for new onset acute pancreatitis?
A-Excessive alcohol use B-Simvastatin 3 / 4
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C-.Omeprazole D-Fluoxetine Excessive alcohol use
A patient takes 8 acetaminophen tablets and immediately tells family members that he took an "overdose." The family believes this to be a suicide attempt, but the patient did not intend to die.Rather, he wanted to gain attention. This act would be
considered:
A- a suicidal gesture
- A sucide attempt
- A suicide threat
D- suicidal ideation.suicidal gesture
Split treatment is a model in which the PMHNP provides medication management, and a nonmedical therapist conducts psychotherapy. It iS often referred to as a "potential malpractice
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