Chapter 28: The Complete Health Assessment

Question 1

Which action assesses spinal range of motion?

Answer 1

Stabilizing pelvis while performing various movements.

Question 2

What is the focus of a genital examination in male patients?

Answer 2

Inspection and palpation of genitalia.

Question 3

What is the first step in a male genital examination?

Answer 3

Inspect the penis and scrotum.

Question 4

What should you do if a mass is found in the scrotum?

Answer 4

Perform transillumination.

Question 5

During the genital assessment, why is testicular self-examination important?

Answer 5

To educate the patient on self-awareness of testicular health.

Question 6

What position should a male patient be in for rectal examination?

Answer 6

Bend over the examination table.

Question 7

Which area should be inspected during the male rectal examination?

Answer 7

The perianal area.

Question 8

What is the optimal position for a female patient during genital assessment?

Answer 8

Lithotomy position.

Question 9

What is inspected during the female genital examination?

Answer 9

Perineal and perianal areas.

Question 10

What is a purpose of the speculum during female examination?

Answer 10

To inspect the cervix and vaginal walls.

Question 11

What areas are examined during a bimanual examination?

Answer 11

Cervix, uterus, adnexa, rectum, and rectovaginal walls.

Question 12

What should be performed if stool is present during a female examination?

Answer 12

An occult blood test.

Question 13

What does Biographical Data in a health assessment include?

Answer 13

Essential personal information about the patient.

Question 14

What is the purpose of understanding the Reason for Seeking Care?

Answer 14

To identify the primary issue prompting the visit.

Question 15

What should be documented in the Present Health?

Answer 15

Current health status and ongoing conditions.

Question 16

Why is Past History important in a health assessment?

Answer 16

It provides context about previous illnesses and treatments.

Question 17

What is the significance of Family History in assessments?

Answer 17

It helps identify potential health risks.

Question 18

What does the Review of Systems involve?

Answer 18

A systematic review of each body system.

Question 19

What is evaluated during the Functional Assessment?

Answer 19

The patient’s ability to perform daily activities.

Question 20

What does a General Survey assess?

Answer 20

The patient’s overall appearance throughout assessment.

Question 21

What does Age Appropriateness refer to in assessments?

Answer 21

Whether appearance matches the stated age.

Question 22

What is assessed regarding Level of Consciousness?

Answer 22

The patient’s alertness and responsiveness.

Question 23

Why is Skin Colour observed during assessment?

Answer 23

To identify any abnormalities in skin tone.

Question 24

What does Nutritional Status evaluation check for?

Answer 24

Signs of malnutrition or obesity.

Question 25

What is determined by assessing Posture and Position?

Answer 25

The patient’s physical stance during examination.

Question 26

What should be noted about Obvious Physical Deformities?

Answer 26

Visible physical abnormalities.

Question 27

Why is Mobility assessed during health evaluations?

Answer 27

To observe movement abilities and limitations.

Question 28

What does Facial Expression indicate in a health assessment?

Answer 28

The patient’s emotional state and reactions.

Question 29

What does Mood and Affect assessment evaluate?

Answer 29

The emotional state and demeanor of the patient.

Question 30

What is examined in the assessment of Speech?

Answer 30

Clarity, coherence, and speech difficulties.

Question 31

What does Hearing assessment measure?

Answer 31

The patient’s ability to hear and respond.

Question 32

Why is Personal Hygiene observed in assessments?

Answer 32

To note grooming and cleanliness.

Question 33

What is the importance of measuring head circumference in neonates?

Answer 33

Essential for assessing growth and development.

Question 34

Why is fontanelles assessment critical in infants?

Answer 34

To check for normal closure and abnormalities.

Question 35

What does neonatal reflex testing evaluate?

Answer 35

Proper neurological function.

Question 36

When should otoscopy and Moro reflex testing be performed?

Answer 36

Should be performed last to minimize distress.

Question 37

What is a key part of the examination for young children?

Answer 37

Gather developmental history from parents.

Question 38

How should young children be positioned during examinations?

Answer 38

With the child sitting on the parent’s lap.

Question 39

What helps to reduce anxiety in young children during examination?

Answer 39

Allowing the child to handle examination tools.

Question 40

What examination format is generally followed for older children and adolescents?

Answer 40

Head-to-toe examination format.

Question 41

What should be considered in the examination of adolescents and older adults?

Answer 41

Unique developmental considerations.

Question 42

What is essential when approaching older adults during an examination?

Answer 42

Being mindful of their potential differences in response.