Health Assessment Course: Adult Physical Assessment Week 2-7

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Which of the following characteristics is NOT associated with normal palpable nodes?

Small

Nontender

Hard (correct)

Mobile

When palpating the thyroid gland, what technique should be used to locate the left lobe?

Have patient tilt head to the right

Displace trachea to the left (correct)

Slide fingers to the right

Displace trachea to the right

What is considered a normal finding when palpating the thyroid gland?

Tenderness

Enlargement

Nodularity

Nonpalpable (correct)

During auscultation of the thyroid gland, what should be done if bruits are suspected?

Have the patient hold breath Signup and view all the answers

Which approach is used to palpate the right lobe of the thyroid gland?

Anterior approach Signup and view all the answers

What is the consistency of normal thyroid tissue when palpated?

Meaty Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal head shape according to the text?

Round and of normal size Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an indication of hydrocephalus in a young child based on the text?

Increased head circumference Signup and view all the answers

What is a deviation from normal when inspecting facial features, as mentioned in the text?

Increased facial hair Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a sign of dehydration, starvation, or illness when inspecting the eyes?

Sunken eyes Signup and view all the answers

What would abnormal findings in temporomandibular joint range of motion (TMJ ROM) include according to the text?

Swelling Signup and view all the answers

What is a deviation from normal when inspecting facial movements, based on the text?

Drooping of lower eyelid and mouth Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the course objectives related to physical assessment of the head and neck?

Use the correct technique to perform a physical assessment of the head and neck Signup and view all the answers

When assessing an older client's head and neck, what findings should be described?

Objective and subjective findings frequently seen in older clients' head and neck assessments Signup and view all the answers

What skill is required to formulate valid nursing diagnosis, collaborative problems, and/or referrals?

Analyze all data obtained from the interview and physical assessment Signup and view all the answers

Which behavior demonstrates affective skills during class discussions?

Accept comments and reactions of classmates on one's opinions openly and graciously Signup and view all the answers

What is required to demonstrate psychomotor skills during class participation?

Use the correct technique to perform a physical assessment of the head and neck Signup and view all the answers

Which action is related to cognitive skills as per the course objectives?

Describe subjective findings frequently seen in older clients' head and neck assessments Signup and view all the answers