Chapter 6 Physical Examination: Getting Started Quiz
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What should a beginner avoid doing when interpreting their findings?

  • Interpreting their findings confidently
  • Avoiding any reaction
  • Showing distaste or alarm (correct)
  • Seeking confirmation from the primary caregiver
  • What is the primary goal for examination according to the text?

  • Minimizing patient interaction
  • Maximizing patient's comfort (correct)
  • Shortening the examination time
  • Avoiding changes in position
  • What is the cardinal technique of examination that involves tapping on the body to elicit a sound?

  • Percussion (correct)
  • Inspection
  • Auscultation
  • Palpation
  • Which of the following should an examiner avoid doing during a patient examination?

    <p>Asking the patient to change position frequently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a beginner avoid when interpreting their findings during an examination?

    <p>Interpreting their findings confidently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an important purpose of the physical examination?

    <p>To determine changes in a patient’s health status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it recommended to examine the patient from the right side?

    <p>To make estimates of JVP more reliable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the key situations where hand hygiene should be performed according to CDC recommendations?

    <p>After glove removal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for adjusting the lighting and environment at the beginning of a physical examination?

    <p>To improve the examiner's visibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are standard precautions based on?

    <p>The principle that all blood, body fluids, secretions may contain transmissible infectious agents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should soap and water be used for hand decontamination according to CDC recommendations?

    <p>When hands are visibly soiled or after caring for patients with infectious diarrhea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the key purposes of making the patient feel comfortable during a physical examination?

    <p>To show sensitivity for privacy and modesty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of draping the patient during a physical examination?

    <p>To visualize one area of the body at a time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is included in universal precautions according to the text?

    <p>Use of personal protective equipment (PPE)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does CDC recommend as the preferred method of hand decontamination if hands are NOT visibly soiled?

    <p>Alcohol-based hand rub</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of reflecting on your approach to the patient at the beginning of the examination?

    <p>Appearing calm and organized</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a recommended action after glove removal according to CDC key recommendations for hand hygiene?

    <p>After exiting the patient’s care area after touching the patient or patient’s immediate environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

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