Infection Control Principles in Physical Assessment Quiz
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Infection Control Principles in Physical Assessment Quiz

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Which skill involves auditory skills and selective listening during a physical assessment?

Auscultation

What is the single most important method of reducing infection during physical assessments?

Hand hygiene

What should be the first step in a physical examination?

Inspection

When should personal protective equipment be used during a physical assessment?

<p>When appropriate</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential element of conducting a physical assessment to maintain infection control principles?

<p>Hand hygiene</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should nurses routinely ask patients about to protect them from exposure to latex?

<p>Latex allergies</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be the first step in a physical examination according to the text?

<p>Inspection</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following methods is NOT considered a basic technique used when performing a physical assessment?

<p>Olfaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor that determines the position of the patient during a physical examination?

<p>The condition and comfort of the patient</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the single most important method of reducing infection during physical assessments?

<p>Practicing hand hygiene</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should nurses routinely ask patients about to protect them from exposure to latex?

<p>Allergies to latex</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following items is NOT included in the use of personal protective equipment according to standard precautions for physical assessments?

<p>Goggles</p> Signup and view all the answers

During a physical assessment, what does palpation involve?

<p>Use of touch when performing an assessment</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is it necessary to ensure that patient care equipment is cleaned or reprocessed adequately according to the text?

<p>When it is contaminated with blood or body fluids</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which method involves auditory skills and concentration during a physical assessment?

<p>Percussion</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who may develop allergies to latex products according to the text?

<p>Both health care professionals and patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the safest and most accurate route for measuring body temperature?

<p>Oral</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is the heart rate most commonly assessed?

<p>By palpation of the pulse</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does respiratory rate involve during a physical assessment?

<p>Counting the number of breaths per minute</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the general appearance of the patient used to assess during initial observations?

<p>Gait and posture</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which route is NOT considered for measuring body temperature?

<p>Oral</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are considered baseline indicators of the health status of the patient?

<p>Vital signs, pain assessment, and height and weight</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is body temperature measured in Celsius or Fahrenheit?

<p>During initial observations</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are additional factors to assess during initial observations?

<p>Nutritional status and body symmetry</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common method for assessing body temperature?

<p>Tympanic thermometer</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which assessment should be conducted when the patient is unaware of the evaluation?

<p>Respiratory rate assessment</p> Signup and view all the answers

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