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Physical ExaminationsWhat is the primary purpose of a pediatric growth chart? - answerTo form a graph of all
developmental milestones
To maintain a record of the child's immunization schedule
To determine the adequacy of a child's diet
To provide a visual assessment of the child's growth pattern<---
Which of the following is true about documenting complete physical exams? - answer
Documentation typically includes only vital sign data and measurements.
Documentation should only be recorded by the physician.
Documentation should include a synopsis of the physical.<--
Documentation is not required for CPEs unless an abnormality is found.
Why is it important for the medical assistant to remain quiet during the examination of
the heart and lungs? - answerSo the patient can relax and avoid increased respirations
So the patient will not become annoyed
So the medical assistant can prepare the next exam
So the physician can listen for abnormal sounds<--
During a CPE, in what position is the patient typically placed during the examination of
the breast, abdomen, and extremities? - answerLithotomy position
Standing position
Sims position
Supine position<---
Which of the following is true about pediatric exams? - answerIn most cases, adults
have a wider variety of health issues, so they generally receive more physical exams
than pediatrics.
Because of rapid growth and development, most pediatrics receive more physical
exams than adults.<--
Pediatrics tend to be frail and sickly and therefore require more frequent physical
exams than adults.
Pediatrics and adults generally receive the same number of physical exams.
During a CPE, in what position is the patient typically placed during the examination of
the head, eyes, ears, nose, and throat? - answerDorsal recumbent position
Supine position
Prone position
Sitting position<---
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