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GNRS 578 Health Assessment - Quiz 1-9 Latest Update Already Passed Which method is most effective for assessing a patient's lung sounds? - A) Palpation - B) Percussion - C) Auscultation - D) Inspection C) Auscultation What is the primary purpose of using a stethoscope in a physic...

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Which method is most effective for assessing a patient's lung sounds?




- A) Palpation

- B) Percussion

- C) Auscultation

- D) Inspection




✔✔ C) Auscultation




What is the primary purpose of using a stethoscope in a physical examination?




- A) To measure blood pressure

- B) To listen to internal body sounds

- C) To check for skin temperature

- D) To assess muscle strength




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,✔✔ B) To listen to internal body sounds




When performing a skin assessment, which finding would be most concerning for potential skin

cancer?




- A) A uniform mole with no changes

- B) A small, red spot that disappears

- C) An irregularly shaped, changing lesion

- D) A smooth, round birthmark




✔✔ C) An irregularly shaped, changing lesion




Which technique is used to assess a patient’s abdominal tenderness?




- A) Percussion

- B) Light palpation

- C) Deep palpation

- D) Inspection



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,✔✔ B) Light palpation




What does the presence of jugular vein distension indicate in a patient?




- A) Dehydration

- B) Hyperthyroidism

- C) Heart failure

- D) Asthma




✔✔ C) Heart failure




In a neurological assessment, what does the term "Babinski sign" refer to?




- A) A reflex indicating normal motor function

- B) A test for visual acuity

- C) A response of toe extension when the sole is stroked

- D) A measure of muscle strength


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, ✔✔ C) A response of toe extension when the sole is stroked




Which of the following is a key indicator of dehydration in a physical exam?




- A) Moist mucous membranes

- B) Normal skin turgor

- C) Dry, cracked lips

- D) Decreased pulse rate




✔✔ C) Dry, cracked lips




What is the primary focus when performing a cardiovascular assessment?




- A) Observing the patient’s posture

- B) Measuring respiratory rate

- C) Evaluating heart sounds and rhythm

- D) Checking skin color


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