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ADVANCED PATIENT ASSESSMENT FINALEXAM QUESTIONS WITH 100% VERIFIED
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Which of the following anomalies is related to cervical spine root injury from C3 to
C5?
A. Diaphragmatic paralysis
B. Doll's eye manoeuvre
C. The Babinski symbol
D. Absence of deep tendon reflexes: ANSWER A. Diaphragmatic paralysis
Communication between two people can only happen if:
1. The speaker speaks clearly.
2. The receiver understands the message.
3. Each individual understands the medical terminology.
4. Both individuals are in the same room.
A. 3 and 4
B. 1 and 3
C. 1 and 2
D. 2 and 4: ANSWER C. 1 and 2
Which of the following physical examination findings is indicative of myasthenia
gravis?
,A. Mydriasis
B. Hepatomegaly.
C. Miosis.
ANSWER: D. Ptosis
What is the most common cause of jugular venous distention?
A. Auto-positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP)
B. Pneumothorax
C. Pneumonia.
D. Right heart failure is the answer.
What's the distinction between pleuritic and non-pleuritic chest pain?
A. Non-pleuritic pain involves the chest wall, whereas pleuritic discomfort includes
the lung itself.
B. Pleuritic pain typically includes the pleura, whereas non-pleuritic pain affects
the lungs.
C. Pleuritic pain is inspiratory, while non-pleuritic pain is expiratory.
D. ANSWER D: Pleuritic pain is acute and stabbing, while non-pleuritic pain is
dull and crushing.
Which heart chamber normally thickens with age?
A. All four chambers
B. The right ventricle
C. The Left Atrium
,D. Answer D: The left ventricle
What location is used to take body temperature in comatose patients?
A. Rectal
B) Oral
C: Axillary
D. Ear - Answer: A. Rectal
What is the most often used instrument for quantifying neurologic impairment?
A. Mini-mental state examination.
B. APACH
C. Merck Gait Evaluation
D. Glasgow coma scale, answer D.
During a patient's physical examination, the physician documented the presence of
sensitive lymph nodes in the neck region. This issue is consistent with:
A. Lung cancer.
B. Respiratory infection
C. HIV infection.
D. Lymphoma - ANSWER B: Respiratory infection
Which of the following is the most significant aspect of the neurologic
examination?
, A. Examine the gait.
B. Sensory examination.
C. Level of consciousness.
D. Motor examination: ANSWER C. Level of consciousness
Which Glasgow coma scale score often indicates endotracheal intubation?
A. <14
B. <10
C. <12
D. <8: ANSWER D. <8
Which of the following actions do respiratory therapists (RTs) perform as part of
their patient evaluation role?
1. Help the physician with diagnostic thinking skills.
2. Assist the physician in selecting the right pulmonary function tests.
3. Interpret arterial blood gas levels and propose mechanical ventilation
modifications.
4. Record the patient's diagnosis and H&P in the patient's chart.
A. 2 and 3
B. 1, 2, and 3
C. 1 and 4
D. 1, 3, and 4 are ANSWER B. 1, 2, and 3
Which of the following is true if an antibiotic is successfully treating an infection?
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