Head and Neck Assessment

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What is a normal variation in scalp size?

53-58.5cm in females and 56-61cm in males

What is a deviation from normal in facial features?

Sunken, hollow face

What is an objective data to be obtained during neck assessment?

Centered head position

What is a subjective data to be obtained during head and neck assessment?

Facial pain or headache

What is a sign of Bell's palsy?

Asymmetrical face

What is the normal movement of the neck during inspection and palpation?

Smooth and controlled

What is the normal position of the trachea during inspection and palpation?

Midline

What is the characteristic of a normal thyroid gland during palpation?

Smooth, firm, and non-tender

What is a possible deviation from normal in the neck movement during inspection and palpation?

Rigid movement

What is a possible cause of diffuse enlargement of the thyroid gland?

All of the above

This quiz assesses your knowledge on head and neck assessment, including normal variations and deviations from normal. It covers focus questions, objective data, and subjective data such as lumps, limited ROM of neck, facial pain, and prior injuries. Test your understanding of head and neck assessment with this quiz!

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