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What is the single most important step to decrease the risk of microorganism transmission during a physical examination?
What is the single most important step to decrease the risk of microorganism transmission during a physical examination?
- Washing hands promptly and thoroughly (correct)
- Sterilizing equipment
- Wearing gloves
- Using hand sanitizer
In the sequence of performing physical examination techniques, what comes after palpation?
In the sequence of performing physical examination techniques, what comes after palpation?
- Auscultation
- Temperature measurement
- Percussion (correct)
- Inspection
What should be done before beginning a physical examination procedure?
What should be done before beginning a physical examination procedure?
- Encourage the patient to ask questions
- Explain each step to the patient
- Wash hands thoroughly (correct)
- Measure the patient's height
Why is it important to organize the steps of a physical examination for a patient?
Why is it important to organize the steps of a physical examination for a patient?
What is a less threatening way to ease a patient into being touched during a physical examination?
What is a less threatening way to ease a patient into being touched during a physical examination?
What can lead to serious problems like sepsis and death in healthcare settings?
What can lead to serious problems like sepsis and death in healthcare settings?
What is a key recommendation for maintaining a clean field during physical examinations?
What is a key recommendation for maintaining a clean field during physical examinations?
Why should the examination room be adequately ventilated according to the guidelines?
Why should the examination room be adequately ventilated according to the guidelines?
What is one essential item needed for physical examinations as per the preparation guidelines?
What is one essential item needed for physical examinations as per the preparation guidelines?
Why is it important to provide privacy to patients during physical examinations?
Why is it important to provide privacy to patients during physical examinations?
What should be done with equipment that is frequently used on multiple patients?
What should be done with equipment that is frequently used on multiple patients?
What is the correct sequence of techniques for examination of the abdomen?
What is the correct sequence of techniques for examination of the abdomen?
Why should distracting noises and interruptions be avoided in the examination room?
Why should distracting noises and interruptions be avoided in the examination room?
What is the technique to be done first when assessing each body system?
What is the technique to be done first when assessing each body system?
Which part of the hands is best for determining temperature during palpation?
Which part of the hands is best for determining temperature during palpation?
What is the purpose of using the sense of touch during palpation?
What is the purpose of using the sense of touch during palpation?
Why is good lighting and adequate exposure of body parts required during inspection?
Why is good lighting and adequate exposure of body parts required during inspection?
When performing the physical assessment, which technique should be done using the head-to-toe sequence?
When performing the physical assessment, which technique should be done using the head-to-toe sequence?
