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Test Bank for Physical Examination and Health
Assessment 9th Edition Jarvis All Chapters | A+
ULTIMATE GUIDE 2023

Anal Canal - ANSWER: The outlet for the gastrointestinal tract and is approximately
3.8 cm long in the adult.

Sphincters - ANSWER: The external sphincter is under voluntary control.

Rectum Length - ANSWER: The rectum is approximately 12 cm long.

Prostate Gland - ANSWER: In men, the prostate gland secretes a thin milky alkaline
fluid that enhances sperm viability.

Sigmoid Colon Examination - ANSWER: The sigmoid colon is 40 cm long, and it is
accessible to examination only with a colonoscope.

Meconium Stool - ANSWER: The first stool passed by the newborn is dark green
meconium and occurs within 24 to 48 hours of birth, indicating anal patency.

Toilet Training Development - ANSWER: The nerves that allow your baby to have
control over the passing of stools are not developed until at least 18 to 24 months of
age.

Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (BPH) - ANSWER: BPH is present in 1 in 10 men at the
age of 40 years and increases with age.

Dyschezia - ANSWER: Having painful bowel movements may be attributable to a local
condition (hemorrhoid or fissure) or constipation.

Symptoms of Black Stools - ANSWER: Soft and black stools may suggest increased
iron intake, resulting from a change in diet.

Anorectal Junction - ANSWER: The anorectal junction cannot be palpated but is
visible on proctoscopy.

Internal Sphincter - ANSWER: The internal sphincter surrounds the external
sphincter.

Cowper Glands - ANSWER: The Cowper glands secrete a clear, viscid mucus.

Median Sulcus - ANSWER: The median sulcus is a groove that divides the lobes of the
prostate gland and does not secrete fluid.

,Voluntary Control of External Anal Sphincter - ANSWER: Voluntary control cannot
occur until the nerves supplying the area have become fully myelinated, usually
around 1 to 2 years of age.

Passing of Feces and Gas - ANSWER: Except for the passing of feces and gas, the
sphincters keep the anal canal tightly closed.

Pain in Bowel Movement - ANSWER: Pain during bowel movements may indicate
hemorrhoids.

Rectal Examination - ANSWER: A rectal examination with an examining finger is not
appropriate for an examination of the entire sigmoid colon.

Hormonal Changes and Prostate Enlargement - ANSWER: The enlargement of the
prostate is caused by hormonal changes, and not cancer.

Infant's First Stool - ANSWER: The newborn should have passed the first stool within
12 hours of birth.

Assessment of 18-Month-Old - ANSWER: The best response by the nurse is that toilet
training usually starts after the age of 2 years.

Soft and Black Stools - ANSWER: These symptoms suggest excessive fat caused by
malabsorption.

Occult blood - ANSWER: Blood detected in stool, indicating gastrointestinal bleeding.

Melena - ANSWER: Tarry black stools from gastrointestinal bleeding.

Clay-colored stools - ANSWER: Stools lacking bile pigment, indicating liver issues.

Fecal occult blood test - ANSWER: Screening test for hidden blood in stool.

Colonoscopy - ANSWER: Visual examination of the colon every 10 years.

PSA blood test - ANSWER: Annual test for prostate-specific antigen levels.

Pinworms - ANSWER: Common cause of anal itching in children.

Left lateral decubitus position - ANSWER: Position for rectal examination in women.

Thrombosed hemorrhoid - ANSWER: Swollen vein in the anal area, causing pain.

Rectal examination technique - ANSWER: Insert finger toward umbilicus to palpate
rectum.

Firm irregular mass - ANSWER: Possible sign of carcinoma during rectal exam.

, Anal reflex - ANSWER: Quick sphincter contraction upon anal area stimulation.

Pilonidal cyst - ANSWER: Hair-containing cyst over the coccyx area.

Inspection of perianal area - ANSWER: Routine check during genital examination in
adolescents.

Pruritus ani - ANSWER: Intense itching in the perineum, various causes.

Bowel movement pain - ANSWER: Symptom indicating possible anal or rectal issues.

Family history of colon cancer - ANSWER: Increases risk; necessitates early detection
measures.

Age-related screening - ANSWER: Fecal occult blood test after age 50.

Anal opening - ANSWER: Normally closed; indicates health status.

Skin sac - ANSWER: Shiny blue indication of thrombosed hemorrhoid.

Assessment of anal area - ANSWER: Includes checking for lesions, pigmentation, and
irritation.

Rectal polyp - ANSWER: Protruding growth from rectal mucous membrane.

Cognitive Level: Applying - ANSWER: Demonstrates understanding through practical
application.

Cognitive Level: Understanding - ANSWER: Shows comprehension of concepts and
procedures.

Cognitive Level: Analyzing - ANSWER: Involves breaking down information for
assessment.

Health Promotion and Maintenance - ANSWER: Focus on preventive measures and
early detection.

Physiological Integrity - ANSWER: Maintaining body functions and health status.

Client Needs - ANSWER: Identifies health requirements for patient care.

Prostate Carcinoma Symptoms - ANSWER: Includes frequency, nocturia, and burning
during urination.

Asymmetric Prostate Gland - ANSWER: Indicates possible malignant neoplasm or
carcinoma.

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