Systemic Exam

Question 1

The systemic exam is ________ on.

Answer 1

Hands on

Question 2

What are the 13 steps within this section.

Answer 2

1.Vitals
2.Integumentary system
3.Musculoskeletal
4.Circulatory System
5.Resp exam
6.Digestive system exam
7.genitourinary exam
8.ophthalmic exam
9.Otic exam
10.Neural exam
11.Lymph nodes
12.dental
13.thyroid gland palpation

Question 3

Vitals include taking notes of what

Answer 3

TPR
Mucous membrane color (CRT)
Hydration (skin turgor, observe eyes, mucous membrane)

Question 4

What are ways to observe hydration in a pt?

Answer 4

Skin turgor: skin should snap back into place after pinching up
Observe eyes: coloring around white area
Mucous membranes: should be pink, NOT pale

Question 5

What should be checked when evaluating the integumentary system?

Answer 5

Soft/unbroken skin
Minimal odor
Chk nails/ft
Shiny/smooth coat

Question 6

During musculoskeletal exam, what is the purpose of palpating all joints?

Answer 6

Testing range of motion, pain and swelling

Question 7

When evaluating the circulatory system, it’s important to check for __________ pulses.

Answer 7

Synchronous
(Apical, peripheral, femoral)

Question 8

Nasal discharge would be noted on which part of the exam?

Answer 8

Respiratory

Question 9

Digestive exam looks at thick three parts of the body?

Answer 9

Oral cavity, abdominal palpation, and rectal area