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What is the main purpose of a physical examination?

To investigate the body of a patient for signs of disease (correct)

To create a medical record

To take the patient's medical history

To determine the correct diagnosis and treatment plan

What is the purpose of taking a medical history along with the physical examination?

To take notes on the patient's clothing

To determine the correct diagnosis and treatment plan (correct)

To investigate the body of a patient for signs of disease

To create a medical record

What does the acronym JACCOL stand for in the context of a physical examination?

Jaundice, Anxiety, Cyanosis, Clubbing of nails, Oedema of ankles, and Lymph nodes

Jaundice, Anemia, Cyanosis, Clubbing of nails, Obesity, and Lesions

Jaundice, Anemia, Cyanosis, Clubbing of nails, Oedema of ankles, and Lymph nodes (correct)

Jaundice, Anemia, Cyanosis, Cardiac murmurs, Oedema of ankles, and Lymph nodes

What can a startled expression on the patient's face indicate?

Hyperthyroidism Signup and view all the answers

How can a patient's clothing provide information during a physical examination?

It can provide information about the patient's personality, state of mind, and social circumstances Signup and view all the answers

What can hoarseness of voice indicate during a physical examination?

Infective laryngitis, hypothyroidism, heavy smoking, and neurological disease Signup and view all the answers

What does a 'moon face' appearance on the patient indicate?

Cushing syndrome Signup and view all the answers

What does 'apathy, with pale and puffy skin' indicate in a patient?

Hypothyroidism Signup and view all the answers

What does 'apathy, Poverty of expression and poor eye contact' indicate in a patient?

Depression Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of examining the thyroid gland during a physical examination?

To check for signs of systemic diseases Signup and view all the answers

Which medical condition is associated with a sweet smell of breath known as acetone?

Diabetic ketoacidosis Signup and view all the answers

What type of gait is commonly seen in individuals with proximal myopathy?

Waddling gait Signup and view all the answers

What is a common cause of a spoon-shaped nail deformity known as koilonychia?

Iron deficiency anemia Signup and view all the answers

What condition is characterized by the yellowing of the skin and mucous membranes due to increased bilirubin levels?

Jaundice Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the blue coloration of lips or extremities due to increased deoxygenated hemoglobin?

Cyanosis Signup and view all the answers

Which disease can contribute to clubbing of the nails due to increased soft tissue over the phalanges?

Lung cancer Signup and view all the answers

What is a common cause of generalized edema related to cardiac, renal, gut, or nutritional issues?

Allergic reaction Signup and view all the answers