NUR 101 - Test 3 - Chapter 5 - Physical Assessment, Part I, 50 Questions

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1. Match the sign or symptom on the left with a definition on the right

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Foundations of Nursing by Christensen Kockrow, 6th edition, pages 93-120

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2. The first step in initiating the nurse-patient relationship

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3. Match the sign or symptom on the left with a definition on the right

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page 96, Table 5-1

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4. Match the sign or symptom on the left with a definition on the right

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page 96, Table 5-1

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5. Match the sign or symptom on the left with a definition on the right

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page 96, Table 5-1

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6. Smoking, overeating and sunbathing are examples of what kind of risk factor for disease?

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page 95, Box 5-1

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7. What are the four major categories of risk factors

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page 95

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8. Caused by an invasion of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasites that produces tissue damage. 

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page 95

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9. Sources of data that validate findings from the history and physical examination of the patient

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page 99

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10. A protective response of body tissues to irritation, injury, or invasion by disease-producing organisms

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page 95

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11. Passive or active removal of fluids from a body cavity, wound or other source of discharge. 

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page 93

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12. Match the sign or symptom on the left with a definition on the right

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page 96, Table 5-1

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13. In an inflammatory process, the movement of while blood cells and plasma causes an accumulation of fluids in the tissue. This is called?   

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page 97

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14. Physical Assessment Techniques. Select all that apply

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page 100

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15. During the nursing assessment, the information contained in the database will be used for what? 

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page 98

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16. _________  ___________ (two words) seep from the earth into the basement which increases risks for cancer development

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page 95, Box 5-1

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17. Early, late or terminal refers to what kind of disease?  

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page 95

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18. Once you have completed the interview, the next step would be? 

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page 99

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19. In percussion, we feel certain sounds. Match the terminology on the left with the sound description on the right:

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page 100

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20. Comprised ot gathering, verifying, and communicating of data about the patient, the purpose of which is to establish a baseline database about the patient's level of wellness, health practices, past illnesses, related experiences and health care goals.  

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page 98

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21. The difference between signs and symptoms: 

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page 93

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22. In an inflammatory process, white blood cells or ____________ digest microorganisms and cellular debris.  

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page 97

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23. An evaluation or appraisal of a patient's condition

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page 97

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24. In an inflammatory response, the damaged tissues release chemical substances that cause the capillary walls to become more permeable. What happens next?

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page 97

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25. When a patient discusses that his stomach ache starts when the weather becomes becomes cold and when he laughs too much, what is he discussing?

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page 102

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26. Match the origin of the disease on the left with its description or example on the right

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page 94

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27. Match the origin of the disease on the left with its description or example on the right  

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page 94

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28. What kind of exudate is the accumulation of neutrophils, dead cells, bacteria, and other debris from the infectious process

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page 97

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29. For a nurse, what is the clinical correlation between erythema (redness) and pruritus (itching)?

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page 94

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30. Reasons for seeking health care

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page 102

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31. Select everything that are considered SIGNS

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page 93

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32. In most facilities, the gathering of biographical data is usually obtained by who or where?

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page 102

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33. Match the terms used to describe diseases on the left with its description on the right

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34. Fluids, cells or other substances that are slowly discharged from cells or blood vessels through small pores or breaks in the cell membrane, usually as a result of inflammation or injury.   

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Exudate refers to fluids, cells, or other substances that are slowly discharged from cells or blood vessels through small pores or breaks in the cell membrane. This typically occurs as a result of inflammation or injury.

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35. O, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V are mnemonics of what?

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page 102

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36. Components of Biographic Data: Select all that apply

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page 102: Orientation and vital statistics are not part of biographic data. They are part of the physical assessment.

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37. Match the position for examination on the left to its rationale on the right

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page 99, Table 5-2

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38. Match the position for physical examination on the left with the area assessed on the right

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page 99, Table 5-2

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39. Cardinal signs of infection and inflammation. Select all that apply:

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The cardinal signs of infection and inflammation include erythema (redness), edema (swelling), heat, pain, purulent drainage, and loss of function. These signs indicate the body's immune response to an infection or injury. Erythema and edema occur due to increased blood flow and fluid accumulation in the affected area. Heat is a result of increased metabolic activity and blood flow. Pain is caused by the release of inflammatory mediators and stimulation of nerve endings. Purulent drainage is a sign of infection, indicating the presence of pus. Loss of function occurs due to tissue damage and inflammation affecting normal bodily functions.

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40. After initiating the nurse-patient relationship, what are the next steps to initiate and establish a nurse-patient relationship. Select all that apply:

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page 101

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41. Match the position for examination on the left to its rationale on the right

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page 99, Table 5-2

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42. What does the data collected during the nursing assessment include? Select all that apply 

Explanation

page 98

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43. When doing a thorough nursing health history, what other interventions should be considered?  

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page 103, Box 5-7

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44. Initial step in the assessment process 

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page 101

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45. Match the position for physical examination on the left with the area assessed on the right 

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page 99, Table 5-2

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Match the sign or symptom on the left with a definition on the right
The first step in initiating the nurse-patient relationship
Match the sign or symptom on the left with a definition on the right
Match the sign or symptom on the left with a definition on the right
Match the sign or symptom on the left with a definition on the right
Smoking, overeating and sunbathing are examples of what kind of risk...
What are the four major categories of risk factors
Caused by an invasion of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses,...
Sources of data that validate findings from the history and physical...
A protective response of body tissues to irritation, injury, or...
Passive or active removal of fluids from a body cavity, wound or other...
Match the sign or symptom on the left with a definition on the right
In an inflammatory process, the movement of while blood cells and...
Physical Assessment Techniques. Select all that apply
During the nursing assessment, the information contained in the...
_________  ___________ (two words) seep from the earth into the...
Early, late or terminal refers to what kind of disease?  
Once you have completed the interview, the next step would be? 
In percussion, we feel certain sounds. Match the terminology on the...
Comprised ot gathering, verifying, and communicating of data about the...
The difference between signs and symptoms: 
In an inflammatory process, white blood cells or ____________ digest...
An evaluation or appraisal of a patient's condition
In an inflammatory response, the damaged tissues release chemical...
When a patient discusses that his stomach ache starts when the weather...
Match the origin of the disease on the left with its description or...
Match the origin of the disease on the left with its description or...
What kind of exudate is the accumulation of neutrophils, dead cells,...
For a nurse, what is the clinical correlation between erythema...
Reasons for seeking health care
Select everything that are considered SIGNS
In most facilities, the gathering of biographical data is usually...
Match the terms used to describe diseases on the left with its...
Fluids, cells or other substances that are slowly discharged from...
O, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V are mnemonics of what?
Components of Biographic Data: Select all that apply
Match the position for examination on the left to its rationale on the...
Match the position for physical examination on the left with the area...
Cardinal signs of infection and inflammation. Select all that apply:
After initiating the nurse-patient relationship, what are the next...
Match the position for examination on the left to its rationale on the...
What does the data collected during the nursing assessment include?...
When doing a thorough nursing health history, what other interventions...
Initial step in the assessment process 
Match the position for physical examination on the left with the area...
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