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NURS 1117 - Unit 1 Questions and Answers Rated A+ What is the primary purpose of explaining the procedure to the patient before a physical exam? A) To ensure patient consent and cooperation B) To gather patient’s medical history C) To document findings D) To administer medications A...

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What is the primary purpose of explaining the procedure to the patient before a physical exam?

A) To ensure patient consent and cooperation

B) To gather patient’s medical history

C) To document findings

D) To administer medications




✔✔ A) To ensure patient consent and cooperation




During a cardiovascular assessment, what does auscultation help determine?

A) The patient’s skin turgor

B) The heart rate and rhythm

C) The presence of lung sounds

D) The size of the heart




✔✔ B) The heart rate and rhythm




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,Which technique involves tapping on body surfaces to assess underlying structures?

A) Inspection

B) Palpation

C) Percussion

D) Auscultation




✔✔ C) Percussion




To assess skin turgor, what action should the nurse take?

A) Measure the skin temperature

B) Palpate for tenderness

C) Pinch the skin and observe its recoil

D) Inspect for color changes




✔✔ C) Pinch the skin and observe its recoil




Which vital sign is usually assessed last during a physical examination?

A) Temperature


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,B) Blood pressure

C) Pulse

D) Respiratory rate




✔✔ B) Blood pressure




For a proper abdominal examination, in which position should the patient be placed?

A) Supine

B) Prone

C) Lateral

D) Fowler’s




✔✔ A) Supine




What is the main focus of a focused assessment?

A) To evaluate the entire body system

B) To address the patient’s specific complaints or symptoms

C) To perform routine screening


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, D) To document patient history




✔✔ B) To address the patient’s specific complaints or symptoms




When conducting a respiratory assessment, what is most important to observe?

A) The patient’s range of motion

B) The depth and rate of breathing

C) The patient’s ability to perform physical tasks

D) The patient’s blood pressure




✔✔ B) The depth and rate of breathing




In which scenario would a comprehensive health history be particularly important?

A) For routine check-ups

B) When initiating patient discharge

C) For patients with complex or multiple symptoms

D) During medication administration




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