NUR2065 (NUR2065)

Chapters 19, 20,21, 23, 24 Ch 19 Thorax and Lungs – Pages 405- 450 Lobes of the lungs • The right lung is shorter than the left lung and has three lobes, whereas the left lung has two. • Separated by fissures - double folds of pleura that divide the lung into lobes o Liver underneath Right lung o Heart bulges to the left- making Left lung narrower Symmetric expansion (Palpate) Technique: place both hands/thumbs pointing together at the level of T9 or T10- medially pinch a small f...

CHAPTER 3: THE INTERVIEW • Physical Environment Considerations: o Ensuring privacy: Aiming for “geographic” privacy, as well as ensuring “psychological” privacy. o Avoiding interruptions: Concentrate and establish rapport. Inform colleagues of interview and the need to minimize interruptions. o Physical environment: “Equal status” seating (sitting at the same level), placing client 4 to 5 feet away from you. o Dress: Client should remain in street clothes for inter...

PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT FINAL EXAM REVIEW: 1. During an interview the nurse states, “you mentioned shortness of breath, tell me more about that”. Which verbal skill is used with this statement? • OPEN-ENDED QUESTIONS 2. Receiving is a part of the communication process. Which receiver is most likely to misinterpret a message sent by a health care professional? • A MAN WHOSE WIFE HAS JUST BEEN DIAGONSED WITH LUNG CANCER. 3. The nurse is preparing to conduct a health history. Which of thes...

Chapters 19, 20,21, 23, 24 Ch 19 Thorax and Lungs – Pages 405- 450 Lobes of the lungs • The right lung is shorter than the left lung and has three lobes, whereas the left lung has two. • Separated by fissures - double folds of pleura that divide the lung into lobes o Liver underneath Right lung o Heart bulges to the left- making Left lung narrower Symmetric expansion (Palpate) Technique: place both hands/thumbs pointing together at the level of T9 or T10- medially pinch a small f...