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What is the medical term for a soft, fluctuating, well-defined swelling that occurs over a single cranial bone in an infant and results from a subperiosteal hemorrhage?
What is the medical term for a soft, fluctuating, well-defined swelling that occurs over a single cranial bone in an infant and results from a subperiosteal hemorrhage?
What is the name of the fontanelle located at the intersection of the sagittal, coronal, and lambdoid sutures?
What is the name of the fontanelle located at the intersection of the sagittal, coronal, and lambdoid sutures?
What is the primary function of the membranous meninges?
What is the primary function of the membranous meninges?
What is a common sign of aging in the nails?
What is a common sign of aging in the nails?
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Which of the following cranial bones is NOT involved in forming the skull?
Which of the following cranial bones is NOT involved in forming the skull?
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What is a key risk factor for pressure injuries?
What is a key risk factor for pressure injuries?
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Which facial bones aid in expressions with muscles and facial nerves?
Which facial bones aid in expressions with muscles and facial nerves?
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Which of the following is NOT a common abnormal skin finding in children?
Which of the following is NOT a common abnormal skin finding in children?
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What is the normal head circumference at birth?
What is the normal head circumference at birth?
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What is a key component of patient education regarding skin care?
What is a key component of patient education regarding skin care?
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During what time frame do fontanelles normally close in infants?
During what time frame do fontanelles normally close in infants?
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What is the condition known as the edematous swelling and ecchymosis of the presenting part of the head caused by birth trauma that gradually resolves in a few days?
What is the condition known as the edematous swelling and ecchymosis of the presenting part of the head caused by birth trauma that gradually resolves in a few days?
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What is the most common initial sign of male pattern balding?
What is the most common initial sign of male pattern balding?
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What is the correct term for a raised, solid skin lesion that is less than 1cm in diameter?
What is the correct term for a raised, solid skin lesion that is less than 1cm in diameter?
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Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of a skin infection?
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of a skin infection?
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Which lymph node group is located in the neck, above the clavicle, and is often palpable in healthy individuals?
Which lymph node group is located in the neck, above the clavicle, and is often palpable in healthy individuals?
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During examination of the thyroid gland, what finding suggests an abnormal thyroid?
During examination of the thyroid gland, what finding suggests an abnormal thyroid?
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When assessing the skin of a patient, what is the most important consideration for determining the overall skin tone?
When assessing the skin of a patient, what is the most important consideration for determining the overall skin tone?
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Which of the following is NOT a normal finding during a head and neck assessment?
Which of the following is NOT a normal finding during a head and neck assessment?
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What term describes the shape of a nail that has a convex curve and a 160-degree angle?
What term describes the shape of a nail that has a convex curve and a 160-degree angle?
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How do you document the location of a skin lesion?
How do you document the location of a skin lesion?
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Flashcards
Normal Findings
Normal Findings
Expected health conditions without abnormalities.
Abnormal Findings
Abnormal Findings
Health conditions that deviate from the expected.
Developmental Changes
Developmental Changes
Physical and functional changes over a person's lifespan.
Skin Lesion Classification
Skin Lesion Classification
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Subjective Data
Subjective Data
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Objective Data
Objective Data
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Lymph Node Assessment
Lymph Node Assessment
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Unit Conversions
Unit Conversions
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Male pattern balding
Male pattern balding
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Skin turgor
Skin turgor
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Pressure injuries
Pressure injuries
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Self-skin-examinations (SSE)
Self-skin-examinations (SSE)
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ABCDEF rule
ABCDEF rule
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Skull
Skull
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Cranial Bones
Cranial Bones
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Fontanels
Fontanels
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Caput Succedaneum
Caput Succedaneum
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Cephalhematoma
Cephalhematoma
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Aging Adult Facial Changes
Aging Adult Facial Changes
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Salivary Glands
Salivary Glands
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Cervical Vertebrae
Cervical Vertebrae
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Study Notes
Evidence-based Practice & Assessment
- Subtopics include: SBAR, SOAP, QSEN, priority problems, types of databases, subjective vs. objective findings, examples of stages of the nursing process, palpating for temperature, technique for palpation, auscultation technique, inspection, percussion, assessment equipment proper use, stethoscope components.
- Focuses on appropriate communication techniques, accurate documentation of patient data and information, the importance of evidence-based practice, and proper use of assessment tools/techniques.
Healthy People 2030
- 4-6 questions related to this topic.
- Focuses on a set of goals and objectives designed to improve the health of all Americans over the next decade.
Cultural Assessment
- 3-5 questions related to this topic.
- Subtopics include culture-related concepts, language barriers, communication (verbal, nonverbal), communication traps, empathy, positioning for the interview, components of the health history, review of systems, signs vs. symptoms, accurate documentation of past health and childhood illnesses, open-ended and closed-ended questions.
- Focuses on cultural sensitivity and competency in healthcare settings – understanding different communication styles, cultural norms, and potential language/communication barriers.
Interview and Complete Health History
- 8-11 questions related to this topic.
- Subtopics include components of the health history, review of systems, signs vs. symptoms, accurate documentation of past health and childhood illnesses.
- Components include open-ended and closed-ended questions, providing a comprehensive understanding of the patient's health history, focusing on subjective data, symptoms, and past experiences.
General Survey and Measurement
- 3-5 questions related to this topic.
- Subtopics include components of a general survey, normal range of findings, stature, build, contour, proportion, mobility, BMI ranges, changes in the older adult.
- Focuses on the initial assessment of the patient, observing their overall appearance, vital signs, and physical characteristics.
Vital Signs
- 7-10 questions related to this topic.
- Subtopics include vital signs interpretation, vital signs assessment methods, appropriate BP cuff size, procedures for obtaining vital signs, abnormal and normal findings.
- Focuses on the accurate measurement and interpretation of vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respirations), along with recognizing normal and abnormal findings.
Pain
- 4-6 questions related to this topic.
- Subtopics include tools to assess pain, pain in older adults, pain scales, assessing pain quality, sources of pain, physiologic changes due to pain.
- Focuses on the assessment and management of pain, understanding the impact of pain on the patient, and accurate documentation of pain.
Skin, Hair, and Nails
- 8-12 questions related to this topic.
- Subtopics include normal/abnormal findings, terminology, assessment of the thyroid, documentation of subjective and objective findings, terms for common skin symptoms, color changes in light and dark skin.
- Focuses on the comprehensive assessment of the skin, hair, and nails, including subjective and objective findings, relevant terminology, and identifying potential abnormalities.
Head, Neck, and Regional Lymphatics
- 8-12 questions related to this topic.
- Subtopics include terminology, Lymph node assessment, names and locations, range of findings, lifespan changes, assessment of the thyroid and related subjective/objective data and normal/abnormal findings.
- Focuses on the head, neck, and regional lymphatics, including relevant terminology, assessment techniques, and identifying potential abnormalities/disorders.
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This quiz assesses your understanding of evidence-based practice and key assessment techniques in nursing. Topics include communication methods, documentation, and the nursing process, along with the Healthy People 2030 objectives and cultural assessment strategies. Test your knowledge on the tools and techniques vital for effective patient care.
