Physical Examination MCQ Quiz!

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    Vital signs cover:

    • Temperature
    • Pulse Rate
    • Respiratory Rate
    • Weight
    • Blood Pressure (both arms, 2 positions [lying and sitting])
    • Height
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Physical Examination MCQ Quiz! challenges learners on key aspects of clinical assessment. Questions cover clinical anthropometry, vital signs, and focused examinations, assessing knowledge crucial for professionals in healthcare and medical fields.

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  • 2. 

    General Oberservation:  Mental

    • Level of consciousness

    • Is patient awake, alert, responsive to others. (if not , assess for stupor or coma)

    • Pulse

    • Stiff muscles

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Level of consciousness
    A. Is patient awake, alert, responsive to others. (if not , assess for stupor or coma)
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Level of consciousness, Is patient awake, alert, responsive to others. (if not , assess for stupor or coma)". This answer is correct because it accurately identifies the key factors to observe in assessing the patient's mental state. The level of consciousness is an important indicator of the patient's overall neurological function and can provide valuable information about their responsiveness and awareness. Assessing for stupor or coma is essential in determining the severity of any potential neurological impairment.

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  • 3. 

    ________ (2 words capitalized) cover:  temperature, pulse rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure (both arms, two positions [lying and sitting]).

    Correct Answer(s)
    Vital Signs
  • 4. 

    Clinical anthropometry covers:

    • Weight

    • Blood Pressure

    • Height

    • Frame size

    • Body Mass Index (BMI)

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Weight
    A. Height
    A. Frame size
    A. Body Mass Index (BMI)
    Explanation
    Clinical anthropometry covers various measurements related to the human body, including weight, height, frame size, and body mass index (BMI). These measurements are essential in assessing an individual's overall health and can provide valuable information about their nutritional status, growth patterns, and risk for certain diseases. Weight and height are fundamental measurements used to calculate BMI, which is a commonly used indicator of body fatness and overall health. Frame size, on the other hand, refers to the skeletal structure of an individual, which can impact their body composition and overall health. Therefore, clinical anthropometry encompasses these measurements to provide a comprehensive understanding of an individual's physical health.

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  • 5. 

    Focused Examination (Part 3 of 3):

    • Abdomen

    • Genitourinary

    • Teeth

    • Musculoskeletal

    • Neurological System

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Abdomen
    A. Genitourinary
    A. Musculoskeletal
    A. Neurological System
    Explanation
    This answer lists the different parts that are included in a focused examination. The abdomen, genitourinary, musculoskeletal, and neurological system are all areas that would be assessed during a focused examination.

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  • 6. 

    General Examination covers:

    • Clinical anthropometry: weight, height, frame size, body mass index

    • Non-vital signs: reading, repertory, declaratory, fracking.

    • Liveable: Chock, signs, rails, sails, snails.

    • Vital signs: temperature, pulse rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure (both arms, two positions [lying and sitting])

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Clinical anthropometry: weight, height, frame size, body mass index
    A. Vital signs: temperature, pulse rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure (both arms, two positions [lying and sitting])
    Explanation
    The general examination covers clinical anthropometry, which includes measurements such as weight, height, frame size, and body mass index. It also includes vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiratory rate, and blood pressure. The blood pressure is measured in both arms and in two positions, lying and sitting. These measurements and assessments help in evaluating the overall health and well-being of an individual.

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  • 7. 

    General Oberservation.

    • Pulse

    • Hygiene, manner of dress.

    • Vision

    • Hair, fingernails

    • Is patient dressed appropriately for the weather?

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Hygiene, manner of dress.
    A. Hair, fingernails
    A. Is patient dressed appropriately for the weather?
    Explanation
    The answer suggests that when making a general observation of a person, it is important to consider their hygiene and manner of dress, as well as the condition of their hair and fingernails. Additionally, it is relevant to assess whether the person is dressed appropriately for the weather. These factors can give insights into the person's overall well-being and attention to personal care.

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  • 8. 

    If the following signs of distress are apparent, you need to act quickly.

    • Cardiac

    • Respiratory - difficulty breathing

    • Sweating

    • Smiling

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Cardiac
    A. Respiratory - difficulty breathing
    A. Sweating
    Explanation
    The signs of distress mentioned in the question are cardiac symptoms, respiratory symptoms (difficulty breathing), and sweating. These signs indicate a potential medical emergency and require immediate action. Sweating is a common symptom of cardiac distress as the body tries to cool down. Difficulty breathing can be a sign of respiratory distress and can be caused by various conditions such as asthma or heart failure. Therefore, if these signs are present, it is crucial to act quickly and seek medical assistance.

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  • 9. 

    Focused examination (Part 1 of 3)

    • Skin, hair, and nails

    • Feet

    • Head and neck

    • Eyes

    • Toes

    • Ears

    • Nose

    • Throat and mouth.

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Skin, hair, and nails
    A. Head and neck
    A. Eyes
    A. Ears
    A. Nose
    A. Throat and mouth.
    Explanation
    The answer includes the body parts that are examined during a focused examination. These body parts include the skin, hair, and nails, the head and neck, the eyes, the ears, the nose, and the throat and mouth. This type of examination allows for a thorough assessment of these areas and can help identify any potential issues or abnormalities.

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  • 10. 

    Focused Examination (Part 2 of 3):

    • Eyes

    • Lymphatics

    • Chest (Breasts) and lungs

    • Ears

    • Heart and blood vessels

    • Peripheral vasculature (legs and arms)

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Lymphatics
    A. Chest (Breasts) and lungs
    A. Heart and blood vessels
    A. Peripheral vasculature (legs and arms)
    Explanation
    The correct answer includes a list of body parts that would be examined during a focused examination. These include the eyes, lymphatics, chest (breasts) and lungs, ears, heart and blood vessels, and peripheral vasculature (legs and arms). This suggests that during a focused examination, these specific areas would be assessed for any abnormalities or issues.

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  • 11. 

    Level of Consciousness:

    • Awake - interactive

    • Colour of clothing

    • Ability to read small print

    • Lethgargic - sleepy, drowsy, rousable/responsive

    • Stuporous - arousable with stimuli, resists arousal

    • Obtunded - cannot maintain arousal without

    • Excellent hearing

    • Comatose - non-interactive with surroundings

    • Orientation (appropriateness): Person, place, time, situation

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Awake - interactive
    A. Lethgargic - sleepy, drowsy, rousable/responsive
    A. Stuporous - arousable with stimuli, resists arousal
    A. Obtunded - cannot maintain arousal without
    A. Comatose - non-interactive with surroundings
    A. Orientation (appropriateness): Person, place, time, situation
    Explanation
    The given answer provides a list of different levels of consciousness and their corresponding descriptions. It includes the following levels: Awake - interactive, Lethargic - sleepy, drowsy, rousable/responsive, Stuporous - arousable with stimuli, resists arousal, Obtunded - cannot maintain arousal without, Comatose - non-interactive with surroundings, and Orientation (appropriateness): Person, place, time, situation. This answer helps to understand the different states of consciousness and how they can be assessed based on the individual's level of interaction, responsiveness, and awareness of their surroundings.

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  • 12. 

    Most common causes of Comas (we do not need to diagnose the cause, just to diagnose it's a coma and send it to a specialist).

    • Coma after brain Trauma, Stroke (hemorrhage, hematoma, infarction, tutor, abscess, trauma)

    • Metabolic disorders (Uremic coma, Hepatic coma, Diabetic coma [Hyperglycemic or Kussmaul's), Hypoglycemic coma, Carbon monoxide poisoning coma)

    • Sleep walking

    • Drug intoxication - Narcotics poisoning (Opium)

    • Alcoholic coma

    • Hypotermia, Hyperthermia

    • Reading

    • Encefalitis, meningitis

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Coma after brain Trauma, Stroke (hemorrhage, hematoma, infarction, tutor, abscess, trauma)
    A. Metabolic disorders (Uremic coma, Hepatic coma, Diabetic coma [Hyperglycemic or Kussmaul's), Hypoglycemic coma, Carbon monoxide poisoning coma)
    A. Drug intoxication - Narcotics poisoning (Opium)
    A. Alcoholic coma
    A. Hypotermia, Hyperthermia
    A. Encefalitis, meningitis
    Explanation
    The given answer lists various causes of comas, including brain trauma, stroke, metabolic disorders, drug intoxication, alcoholic coma, hypothermia, hyperthermia, encephalitis, and meningitis. These conditions can all lead to a state of unconsciousness and impaired brain function, resulting in a coma. It is important to identify the cause of the coma in order to provide appropriate treatment, and therefore it is necessary to send the patient to a specialist for further evaluation and diagnosis.

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  • 13. 

    ________ (2 words, both capitalized) covers weight, height, frame size, body mass index.

    Correct Answer(s)
    Clinical Anthropometry
    Explanation
    Clinical Anthropometry is the correct answer because it is a field of study that involves the measurement and analysis of various physical characteristics of an individual, including weight, height, frame size, and body mass index. These measurements are important in assessing an individual's overall health and determining their risk for certain diseases. Clinical Anthropometry is commonly used in medical and research settings to gather data and make informed decisions about an individual's health and well-being.

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