Nursing Health History Data Organization Quiz

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What is the primary purpose of the physical examination approach mentioned in the text?

To identify areas of health promotion and disease prevention (correct)

To evaluate physiological outcomes

To interpret data collected from nursing history

To solely obtain baseline data

In the method of examination, which technique involves listening for sounds within the body?

Inspection

Palpation

Auscultation (correct)

Percussion

What does HIPAA stand for in the context of patient preparation for assessment?

Healthcare Insurance Portability and Accountability Act

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (correct)

Health Information Protection and Accountability Act

Healthcare Information Privacy and Access Act

Which type of assessment is conducted on admission to establish the client's baseline?

Initial assessment Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct sequence of steps in the physical examination technique?

Inspection, Palpation, Percussion, Auscultation Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of nursing health assessment?

To make a judgment or a diagnosis Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of a nursing health history as per the text?

Patient's OLDCART symptoms Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of selected physical findings during a health assessment?

To assist in identifying health issues Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to document data accurately during a health assessment?

To avoid liability issues Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of sequencing when conducting a physical health assessment?

To establish a systematic approach Signup and view all the answers

What does OLDCART pertain to in the context of nursing health history?

Detailing the history of present illness Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT typically included in past medical history during a nursing health history assessment?

Social relationships Signup and view all the answers

In the context of family history of illness for nursing health history, what is the recommended scope for inclusion?

Include only direct blood relations like parents and siblings Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of social data is important to document in nursing health history?

Educational achievements Signup and view all the answers

Which data collection method focuses on major stressors, coping patterns, and communication style?

Documenting psychological data Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between subjective data and objective data in nursing assessment?

Subjective data is apparent only to the patient and described only by the patient, while objective data can be seen, heard, felt, or smelled. Signup and view all the answers

During a nursing interview, which type of question allows the client to elaborate and provide detailed information?

Neutral questions Signup and view all the answers

In the context of physical assessment, which examination technique involves tapping body parts to produce a sound used for diagnostic purposes?

Percussion Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following data validation processes involves rechecking to ensure that collected data is complete, factual, and accurate for making nursing diagnoses?

Double-checking Signup and view all the answers

Why is accurate documentation essential in nursing, especially during the assessment phase?

To communicate effectively with other healthcare providers Signup and view all the answers