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What is the purpose of a physical examination?
What is the purpose of a physical examination?
- To diagnose clients' health problems
- To obtain baseline data about the client's functional abilities (correct)
- To establish nursing histories
- To provide medical therapies
Which technique involves assessing by using the sense of sight?
Which technique involves assessing by using the sense of sight?
- Palpation
- Percussion
- Inspection (correct)
- Auscultation
In a health assessment, what does inspection involve?
In a health assessment, what does inspection involve?
- Listening to body sounds
- Feeling body parts with the hands
- Visual examination (correct)
- Assessing by tapping the body surface
What is the main purpose of palpation in a physical examination?
What is the main purpose of palpation in a physical examination?
Which method of physical examination involves a deliberate, systematic visual examination?
Which method of physical examination involves a deliberate, systematic visual examination?
When conducting a physical examination, what is the purpose of inspecting a client?
When conducting a physical examination, what is the purpose of inspecting a client?
What does a lower Braden Scale score indicate?
What does a lower Braden Scale score indicate?
Which condition is characterized by clearly demarcated round or oval patches of hair loss?
Which condition is characterized by clearly demarcated round or oval patches of hair loss?
What is the common cause of Tinea capitis (ringworm)?
What is the common cause of Tinea capitis (ringworm)?
What is Trichotillomania characterized by?
What is Trichotillomania characterized by?
What is Paronychia?
What is Paronychia?
What characterizes a patient classified as 'High Risk' for developing pressure injuries according to the Braden Scale?
What characterizes a patient classified as 'High Risk' for developing pressure injuries according to the Braden Scale?
What is the purpose of palpation during a physical examination?
What is the purpose of palpation during a physical examination?
Which method of palpation involves determining the outlines of organs or masses by lightly palpating the surface with the tip of a finger?
Which method of palpation involves determining the outlines of organs or masses by lightly palpating the surface with the tip of a finger?
What is an essential principle to follow when conducting palpation during a physical examination?
What is an essential principle to follow when conducting palpation during a physical examination?
Which guideline emphasizes checking for side-to-side symmetry during inspection?
Which guideline emphasizes checking for side-to-side symmetry during inspection?
How should one prepare for palpation according to the principles outlined?
How should one prepare for palpation according to the principles outlined?
What is the purpose of inspection during a physical examination?
What is the purpose of inspection during a physical examination?
