,1. Which of the following assessments is the most appropriate for
evaluating a patient's nutritional status?
a) Skin turgor
b) Body Mass Index (BMI)
c) Capillary refill time
d) Lung auscultation
Correct Answer: b) Body Mass Index (BMI)
Rationale: BMI is a widely used measure to assess nutritional
status based on height and weight.
2. During a health promotion assessment, which of the following
factors should be prioritized for a 65-year-old patient?
a) Alcohol consumption
b) Exercise frequency
c) Cognitive function
d) All of the above
Correct Answer: d) All of the above
Rationale: All these factors are crucial for health promotion in
older adults, as they directly affect overall wellness.
, 3. What is the primary purpose of conducting a thorough health
history in a patient assessment?
a) To diagnose medical conditions
b) To determine the patient's financial status
c) To establish a baseline for health promotion
d) To identify the patient's insurance coverage
Correct Answer: c) To establish a baseline for health
promotion
Rationale: A comprehensive health history helps in creating an
effective wellness plan tailored to the patient's needs.
4. In a screening for cardiovascular risk, which of the following
lab tests is most indicative of potential heart disease?
a) CBC
b) Lipid panel
c) Fasting glucose
d) TSH
Correct Answer: b) Lipid panel
Rationale: A lipid panel helps assess cholesterol levels, which
are critical in evaluating cardiovascular risk.
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