NURS 6512N 29, Advanced Health Assessment; Exam – Week 6 Midterm (100% Correct July)

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𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: When completing this exam, did you comply with Walden University’s Code of Conduct including the expectations for academic integrity? NURS 6512N 29
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: A tool used to screen adolescents for alcoholism is the:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Which Question would be … a leading Question ?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Mrs. Berger is a 39-year-old woman who presents with a complaint of epigastric abdominal pain. You have … the inspection of the abdomen. What is your next step in the assessment process?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Mr. Marks is a 66-year-old patient who presents for a physical examination to the clinic. Which Question has the most potential for exploring a patient’s cultural beliefs … to a health problem?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Which technique is most likely to result in the patient’s understanding of Question ?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: The most superior part of the stomach is the:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: You are collecting a history from an 11-year-old girl. Her mother is sitting next to her in the examination room. When collecting history from older children or adolescents, they should … :
Question: White, …, or oval ulcerations … by a red halo and found on the oral mucosa are:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: You are using an ophthalmoscope to examine a patient’s inner eye. You rotate the lens selector clockwise, then counterclockwise to compensate for:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Mrs. Raymonds is a 24-year-old patient who has … for a routine concern over her current weight. In your patient teaching with her, you explain the importance of macronutrients. Which of the following is a macronutrient?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Mr. Mathews is a 47-year-old patient who presents for a routine physical examination. On examination, you have noted a bruit heard over the thyroid. This is suggestive of:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: The adult … dietary fat intake should … _____ g/day.
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Which of the following is the most accurate reflection of an individual’s food intake?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Pigmented, …, warty lesions over the face and trunk should be … by an … practitioner who can distinguish:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Bulging of an amber tympanic membrane without mobility is most often associated with:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Mr. Donalds is a 45-year-old roofer. Your inspection to determine color variations of the skin is best:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Sweat glands, hair, and nails are all … from:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Mr. Williams, age 25, has recovered recently from an upper and lower respiratory infection. He describes a long-standing nasal dripping. He is seeking treatment for a mild hearing loss that has not …e away. Information concerning his chronic postnasal drip should … documented within which section of his history?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Mr. Mills is a 55-year-old patient who presents to the office for an initial visit for health promotion. A survey of mobility and activities of daily living (ADLs) is part of a(an):
𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Before performing an abdominal examination, the examiner should:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Which part of the information contained in the patient’s record may be … in court?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: When taking a history, you should:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:Which is the best way to position a patient’s neck for palpation of the thyroid?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: In examining the neck of a 34-year-old female patient, you note that the uppermost ridge of the tracheal cartilage is at the:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:Periods of silence during the interview can serve important purposes, such as:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: When palpating the abdomen, you should note whether the liver is … in the:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: You are palpating a patient’s thyroid and find that its broadest dimension measures 4 cm. The right lobe is 25% larger than the left. These data would indicate:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:Your patient is complaining of acute, intense sharp epigastric pain that radiates to the back and left scapula with nausea and vomiting. … on this history, your … physical examination should … to:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: During an interview, tears appear in the patient’s eyes and his voice becomes shaky. Initially, you should:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: A 51-year-old woman calls with complaints of weight loss and constipation. She reports … hemorrhoids and rectal bleeding. You advise her to:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Mr. Kevin Marks is a new health care provider. What is the best method to develop cultural competence?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Placing the base of a vibrating tuning fork on the midline vertex of the patient’s head is a test for:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: During an interview, you have the impression that a patient may … considering suicide. Which action is essential?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: A … description of the symptoms … to the chief complaint is … in the:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Which statement is true regarding the relationship of physical characteristics and culture
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Which technique is most likely to result in the patient’s understanding of Question ?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Mrs. Britton is a 34-year-old patient who presents to the office with complaints of skin rashes. You have … a 4′ 3-cm, rough, … area of psoriasis. This is an example of a:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Your patient returns for a blood pressure check 2 weeks after a visit during which you … a complete history and physical. This visit would … documented by creating a(n):
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Mrs. Hartzell is a 34-year-old patient who has … for nutritional counseling because she is a vegetarian. Deficiency of which of the following is a concern in the vegetarian diet?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Fluorescing lesions are best … using a(n):
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: When assessing abdominal pain in a college-age woman, one must include:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: During percussion, a dull tone is … to … heard over:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: In issues surrounding ethical decision making, beneficence refers to the:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Nuchal rigidity is most commonly … with:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Subjective and symptomatic data are:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: As part of your health promotion education for a new patient, you explain that the risk factors for skin cancer include:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Mrs. Tuber is a 36-year-old patient who comes into the health center with complaints that her fingernails are not growing. Which structure is the site of new nail growth?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: To correctly document absent bowel sounds, one must listen continuously for:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Which of the following is an “ABCD” characteristic of malignant melanoma?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: You are planning to palpate the abdomen of your patient. Which part of the examiner’s hand is best for palpating vibration?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Mr. Jones is a 45-year-old patient who presents for a physical examination. On examination, you note costochondral beading, enlarged skull, and … legs and diagnose him with rickets. A deficiency of which fat-soluble micronutrient can result in rickets?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Mr. Johnson presents with a freely movable cystic mass in the midline of the high neck region at the base of the tongue. This is most likely a:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: In counseling a client regarding nutrition education, you explain that linoleic acid, a major fatty acid, is … to … essential for:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Mrs. Kinder is a 39-year-old patient who presents to the office with complaints of an earache. In explaining to the patient about the function of her ears, which ear structure would you tell her is responsible for equalizing atmospheric pressure when swallowing, sneezing, or yawning?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Regardless of the origin, discharge is … by noting:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Ms. Jones is a 31-year-old female patient who presents for a routine physical examination. Which examination technique will be … first?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Penicillin is considered a
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Peritonitis produces bowel sounds that are:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: When are open-ended Questions generally most useful?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Mrs. Britton brings her 16-year-old son in with a complaint that he is not developing correctly into adolescence. Which structures disproportionately enlarge in the male during adolescence?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Before performing an abdominal examination, the examiner should:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Nasal symptoms that imply an allergic response include:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Coarse, dry, and brittle hair is … with which metabolic disorder?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: The infant should be … in which position to have his or her height or length … ?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Cherry angiomas are a common finding in:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Underestimation of blood pressure will occur if the blood pressure cuff’s width covers:
Question: Tuning forks with a frequency of 500 to 1000 Hz are most commonly used to measure:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Auscultation should be … out last, except when examining the:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: You have just … a skin assessment on Mr. Baker. During your assessment, you have … a skin lesion. During the physical examination, you know that skin lesions are … to distinguish:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Which of the following organs is part of the alimentary tract?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: When assessing abdominal pain in a college-age woman, one must include:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: To perform the Rinne test, place the tuning fork on the:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: A 5-year-old child presents with nasal congestion and a headache. To assess for sinus tenderness you should palpate over the:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: A serous membrane that lines the abdominal cavity and forms a protective cover for many abdominal structures is the:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Inspection of the abdomen should begin with the patient supine and the examiner:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: When you are Questioning a patient regarding alcohol intake, she tells you that she is only a social drinker. Which initial response is appropriate?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: During physical examination of a 30-year-old Chinese man, you notice slight asymmetry of his face. The cranial nerve examination is normal. Your best action is to:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: A brief statement of the reason the patient is seeking health care is called the:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Unusual white areas on the skin may … due to:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: When examining the skull of a 4-month-old baby, you should normally find:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: To approximate vocal frequencies, which tuning fork should be … to assess hearing?
Question Which of the following is an expected change in the assessment of the thyroid during pregnancy?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Walters, a 32-year-old patient, tells you that his ears are “stopped up.” An objective assessment of this complaint is … by using the:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Otten is a 45-year-old patient who presents with a complaint of weight gain. Which medication is frequently associated with weight gain?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: The term denoting the caregiver’s need to do no harm to the patient is:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Black is a 44-year-old patient who presents to the clinic with complaints of neck pain that he thinks is from his job involving computer data entry. As the examiner, you are checking the range of motion in his neck and note the greatest degree of cervical mobility is at:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Peritonitis produces bowel sounds that are:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Macronutrients are so named because they:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: As you explain your patient’s condition to her husband, you notice that he is leaning toward you and pointedly blinking his eyes. Knowing that he is from …, your most appropriate response to this behavior is to:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: A 17-year-old girl presents to the clinic for a sports physical. Physical examination findings reveal bradycardia, multiple erosions of tooth enamel, and scars on her knuckles. She appears healthy otherwise. You should ask her if she:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Mr. D. complains of a headache. During the history, he mentions his use of alcohol and illicit drugs. This information would most likely belong in the:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: A college student comes to the student health center complaining of difficulty in concentrating during class and while studying. The diet that would contribute to this problem is one that consumes mostly:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: You are completing a general physical examination on Mr. Rock, a 39-year-old man with complaints of constipation. When examining a patient with tense abdominal musculature, a helpful technique is to have the patient:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: What finding is unique to the documentation of a physical examination of a infant
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 When communicating with older children and teenagers, you should … sensitive to their:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Under normal circumstances, how much water is lost daily by the body?
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: A … image of any group that rejects its potential for originality or individuality is known as a(n):
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Knowledge of the culture or cultures represented by the patient should be … to:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Mrs. Webb is a 38-year-old patient who has … changing her lifestyle to eat in a healthy way and lose weight. During your health promotion education regarding her nutritional status, you explain the function of dietary protein as:
𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: When recording physical findings, which data are recorded first for all systems?