Squitarrs Quiz and Flashcards for Beginners

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What is the typical color of jaundice in non-obstructive cases?

Light yellow (correct)

Deep orange

Pale white

Dark brown

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of melaena?

Indicates upper GI bleeding

Black tarry stool

Fresh bright red color (correct)

A serious condition

What is the normal range for bowel movement frequency?

3 times per day to once in 3 days (correct)

Once a day

Once a week

Twice a day

Which of the following symptoms may be associated with obstructive jaundice?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What term is used to describe the condition of complete absence of stool and flatus passage?

Obstipation Signup and view all the answers

What may indicate fat malabsorption in the stool?

Floating stool or un-flushable stool Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a principle for effective communication with patients?

Interrupt the patient frequently to clarify points Signup and view all the answers

When communicating with patients, which type of question should be used sparingly?

Leading questions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT recommended when communicating with a patient?

Talk to more than one patient at the same time Signup and view all the answers

When should information from relatives be sought about a patient's condition?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is recommended when communicating with a child patient?

Offer sweets or candies Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors should be considered for the room environment when communicating with patients?

Quiet, air-conditioned, and well-illuminated Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the mnemonic 'SQITARRS'?

To assess the nature and characteristics of pain Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of vomiting that should be assessed?

Duration of the vomiting episode Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of a patient experiencing weight loss of more than 10% of their body weight in 3 months?

It is considered a significant weight loss and a serious factor Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following drugs should always be specifically asked about during a drug history?

Anticoagulants (heparin and warfarin) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of a patient experiencing hemoptysis?

It is a serious factor and should be further evaluated Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of dyspnea mentioned in the text?

Chronic dyspnea Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of projectile vomiting?

It is a type of vomiting that is forceful and occurs in a projectile manner Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of a patient experiencing dysphagia (difficulty swallowing)?

It is a serious factor and should be further evaluated Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a factor that should be considered when assessing indigestion or abdominal pain (dyspepsia)?

Duration of the indigestion or abdominal pain Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of assessing the color and taste of vomit?

To determine the level of intestinal obstruction Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of using open-ended questions when interviewing a patient?

To encourage the patient to provide more detailed information about their problem Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT recommended as a prompt to encourage the patient to continue speaking?

That's correct Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of summarizing the patient's information during the interview?

To check that the healthcare provider has all the necessary information Signup and view all the answers

When should the healthcare provider provide the patient with information about their disease or treatment options?

Throughout the interview, as appropriate Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a recommended technique for effective communication during a patient interview?

Interrupting the patient to clarify information when needed Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the "Systemic Review" section of the patient history?

To explore any additional symptoms or health issues the patient may be experiencing Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT typically included in the "Past History" section of the patient interview?

Current symptoms Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the "Demographic Data" section of the patient history?

To collect basic personal and background information about the patient Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a key part of the patient history?

Patient Preferences Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the "Chief Complaint" section of the patient history?

To gather detailed information about the patient's current symptoms and their progression Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Effective Communication Skills

Use open questions to encourage patients to share more information about their problem
Use prompts like "I see", "I understand", "Tell me more about that" to make the patient feel heard
Nod your head to show you're considering their ideas and opinions
Repeat the last statement made by the patient with a questioning tone to ensure understanding
Take notes without interrupting the patient

Eliciting Information

Ask patients about their history, including medical, surgical, family, psychosocial, and drug history
Clarify any unclear information by asking follow-up questions
Use the patient's words to summarize their information
Give the patient time to digest the information before moving forward

Parts of History

Demographic Data: name, age, gender, race, marital status, residence, occupation, religion
Chief Complaint: 1-2 symptoms that brought the patient to the hospital, duration
History of Present Illness: detailed story of the condition in the patient's words
Systemic Review: gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory, urogenital, neurological, musculoskeletal, and integumentary systems
Past History: medical, surgical, family, social, and drug history

Symptomatology

Pain: site, quality, intensity, timing, aggravating and relieving factors, referral, radiation, and migration
Cough: frequency, change of posture, productive or dry, sputum color and amount, associated symptoms
Dyspnea: shortness of breath, classification, orthopnea, exertional dyspnea, paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea
Dysphagia: difficulty swallowing, painful or painless, to solid food, fluid, or saliva
Weight Loss: amount, period, significant weight loss (>10% of body weight in 3 months)
Appetite: increased, decreased, or remained the same

Vomiting

Quantity or volume, frequency, quality, associated blood, color, and taste
Projective, self-induced, or effortless vomiting, timing, and relieving pain
Associated symptoms, preceding symptom or factor, and flatulence

Jaundice

Yellowish discoloration of skin and eyes, progressive or intermittent, painless or painful
Itching, dark-colored urine, and pale stools in obstructive jaundice
Associated symptoms, such as loss of appetite, weight loss, and dyspepsia

Defaecation

Bowel habits: frequency, color, consistency, amount, smell, and specific gravity
Diarrhea: increased frequency, watery consistency, large amount, and urgency
Constipation: absolute constipation, obstipation, bleeding per rectum, and types of bleeding

Communication Skills

Room environment: quiet, air-conditioned, well-lit, and one patient at a time
Principles: introduce yourself, shake hands, make the patient sit comfortably, ask about companions, establish a relationship, and use simple clear language
Listen well, don't interrupt, clarify patient symptoms, achieve empathy, and provide information in small packages
Use open questions, probing questions, closed questions, leading questions, double-barreled questions, and difficult questions

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Learn about the principles of effective communication in healthcare settings, including how to introduce yourself, establish relationships, ask appropriate questions, listen actively, and avoid interruptions. Discover the importance of creating an optimal room environment for patient interactions.

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