chapter 16 - physical examination

Question 1

physical examination

Answer 1

the process by which quantifiable, objective information is obtained from a patient about his or her overall state of health

Question 2

2 elements of a physical examination

Answer 2

• obtaining the vital signs

- head to toe survey

Question 3

inspection

Answer 3

involves looking at the patient, either in a general or at a specific are

Question 4

palpation

Answer 4

physical touching for the purpose of obtaining information

Question 5

percussion

Answer 5

entails gently striking the surface of the body

Question 6

auscultation

Answer 6

involves listening with a stethoscope

Question 7

what is AVPU used for?

Answer 7

to measure the patients mental status

Question 8

what does taking vital signs consist of?

Answer 8

• blood pressure
• pulse rate
• respiratory rate
• temperature
• pulse oximetry

Question 9

3 phases of chest examination

Answer 9

• the chest wall is checked
• a pulmonary evaluation is conducted
• the cardiovascular assessment is performed

Question 10

aphasia

Answer 10

the impairment of language that affects the production or understanding of speech and the ability to read or write

Question 11

ascites

Answer 11

abnormal accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity