A 35-year old male patient presents to the clinic with suspected signs of early alcohol withdrawal. Which screening tool should the Nurse Practitioner use to assess for symptoms of alcohol withdrawal?

A nurse practitioner is reviewing skills necessary for interviewing clients with special needs. Which skill is correct?

Which of the following conditions can exacerbate symptoms of depression?

During a hearing acuity test, a patient reports the sound lateralizes to the right when the Weber test is performed. What does this suggest?

In the context of the USPSTF guidelines, the Nurse Practitioner understands that a Grade C recommendation signifies which of the following?

A patient describes feeling deeply depressed but laughs while speaking about it. In an MSE, this behavior might indicate:

A 43-year-old female presents with diffuse ecchymoses on her forearms, chest, and face, as well as several 0.5 cm circular burns in different stages of healing. You are immediately concerned for Intimate Partner Violence (IPV). Which of the following is associated with an increased incidence of IPV?

The NP is screening clients for glaucoma. Which client is at the highest risk of developing glaucoma?

John, a 45-year-old man, has been struggling with substance abuse for several years. He has a history of alcohol addiction and has recently expressed a desire to seek help and overcome his addiction. Concerned about his condition, John’s family brings him to a substance abuse treatment center for evaluation and support. What diagnostic test is primarily used for substance use disorders?

A 60-year-old diabetic man presents with ear pain and surrounding tissue inflammation. This could suggest: