NR511 MIDTERM / NR 511 MIDTERM EXAM TEST BANK LATEST UPDATE 2026-2027 WITH 130+ QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS |AGRADE

NR511 MIDTERM / NR 511 MIDTERM EXAM

TEST BANK LATEST UPDATE 2026-2027 WITH

130+ QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS

|AGRADE

1. Define diagnostic reasoning

Reflective thinking because thhe process involves questioning one's thinking to

determine if all possible avenues have been explored & if thhe conclusions that are

being drawn are based on evidence.

Seen as a kind of critical thinking.

2. What is subjective data?

Anything thhe patient tells you or complains of regarding thheir symptoms

Chief complaint

HPI

ROS

3. What is objective data?

Anything YOU can see, touch, feel, hear, or smell as part of your exam

Includes lab data, diagnostic test results, etc.

4. Identify components of HPI

Specifically related to thhe chief complaint only

Detailed breakdown of CC

OLDCARTS

5. Describe thhe differences between medical billing & medical coding.

Medical billing: process of submitting & following up on claims made to a payer in order

to receive payment for medical services rendered by a healthcare provider

Medical coding: thhe use of codes to communicate with payers about which procedures

were performed & why.

6. Compare & contrast thhe two coding classification systems that are

currently used in thhe US healthcare system.

ICD: International classification of disease codes are used to provide payer info on

necessity of visit or procedure performed. Shorth& for pt's dx.

CPT: common procedural terminology codes offer thhe official procedural coding rules &

guidelines required when reporting medical services & procedures performed by

physician & non-physician providers. Must have corresponding ICD.

7. How do specificity, sensitivity, & predictive value contribute to thhe

usefulness of diagnostic data?

Specificity: ability of a test to correctly detect a specific condition. If a pt has a condition

but test is negative, it is a false negative. If pt does NOT have condition but test is

positive, it is false positive.

Sensitivity: test that has few false negatives. Ability of a test to correctly identify a

specific condition when it is present. Thhe higher thhe sensitivity, thhe lesser thhe

likelihood of a false negative.

Predictive value: Thhe likelihood that thhe pt actually has thhe condition & is, in part,

dependent upon thhe prevalence of thhe condition in thhe population. If a condition is

highly likely, thhe positive result would be more accurate.

Diagnostic tests can be used to confirm or rule out hypothheses.

Diagnostic tests may be used to screen for conditions.

Diagnostic tests may be used to monitor thhe progress in managing a chronic condition.

8. Discuss thhe elements that need to be considered when developing a plan.

Pt's preferences & actions

Research evidence

Clinical state/circumstances

Clinical expertise

9. Describe thhe components of medical decision making in E&M coding.

Risk, data, diagnosis

Thhe more time & consideration involved in dealing with a pt, thhe higher thhe

reimbursement from thhe payer.

Documentation must reflect MDM

10.Correctly order thhe E&M office visit codes based on complexity from least

to most complex.

New pt:

1. Minimal/RN visit: 99201

2. Problem focused: 99202

3. Exp&ed problem focused: 99203

4. Detailed: 99204

5. Comprehensive: 99205

Established pt:

1. Minimal/RN visit: 99211

2. Problem focused: 99212

3. Exp&ed problem focused: 99213

4. Detailed: 99214

5. Comprehensive: 99215

11.Thhe 5 key components of a comprehensive treatment plan are:

1. Diagnostics

2. Medication

3. Education

4. Referral/consultation

5. Follow-up planning

12.Define thhe components of a SOAP note.

S: subjective (what thhe pt tells you)

CC

HPI

PMH

Fam Hx

Social Hx

ROS

O: objective (what you can see, hear, feel on exam)

Physical findings

Vital signs

General survey

HEENT

Etc...

A: assessment

Global assessment of pt including differentials in order from most to least likely

Combination of subjective & objective info

List of dx addressed & billed for at thhe visit

P: plan

What you will Rx

When to come back

Diagnostic tests

Pt education

13.Discuss minimum of three purposes of thhe written history & physical in

relation to thhe importance of documentation.

Important reference document that gives concise info about thhe pt's hx & exam

findings

Outlines a plan for addressing issues that prompted thhe visit. Info should be presented

in a logical fashion that prominently features all data relevant to thhe pt's condition.

Is a means of communicating info to all providers involved in pt's care

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