5: Patient signs & symptoms Flashcards
1
Q
What are symptoms?
A
Experienced by the patient
Subjective
Change in sensation
2
Q
What are signs?
A
Visible manifestation of a condition
Objective
May be measured by observer
3
Q
When doing a physical assessment evaluate…
A
Appearance
Posture
Skin color
Skin temp
Level of consciousness
Respiration
4
Q
Cynatotic meaning, location and treatment
A
Blue purple coloration
Detect from mucous membranes
Treatment (acute) = O2 + immediate medical attention
Treatment (chronic) = heart/lung conditions
5
Q
Clammy/ cold sweat
A
Diaphoretic
6
Q
Acetone breath means…
A
T1 diabetes
