and History Taking 14th Edition (LWW, 2025) by
Rainier P. Soriano, All Chapters 1-27 Covered With
Questions And Verified Solutions With Rationales And
Case Study.
, TABLE OF CONTENT
Unit I — Foundations of Health Assessment
1. Approach to the Clinical Encounter
2. Interviewing, Communication, and Interpersonal
Skills
3. Health History
4. Physical Examination
5. Clinical Reasoning, Assessment, and Plan
6. Health Maintenance and Screening
7. Evaluating Clinical Evidence
Unit II — Regional Examinations
8. General Survey, Vital Signs, and Pain
9. Cognition, Behavior, and Mental Status
10. Skin, Hair, and Nails
11. Head and Neck
12. Eyes
13. Ears and Nose
, 14. Throat and Oral Cavity
15. Thorax and Lungs
16. Cardiovascular System
17. Peripheral Vascular System
18. Breasts and Axillae
19. Abdomen
20. Male Genitalia
21. Female Genitalia
22. Anus, Rectum, and Prostate
23. Musculoskeletal System
24. Nervous System
Unit III — Special Populations
25. Children: Infancy through Adolescence
26. Pregnant Woman
27. Older Adult
Chapter 1: Approach to the Clinical Encounter
Multiple Choice Questions
, 1. Which of the following best describes the primary
purpose of the clinical encounter?
A) Diagnosing the patient immediately
B) Establishing rapport, gathering information, and
initiating a therapeutic relationship
C) Conducting laboratory tests first
D) Completing documentation before seeing the
patient
Rationale: The clinical encounter is the first step in
patient care, focusing on building trust, collecting a
thorough history, and beginning assessment.
2. The “patient-centered” approach emphasizes:
A) Following the clinician’s agenda
B) Understanding the patient’s experience, beliefs,
and concerns
C) Performing the exam as quickly as possible
D) Prioritizing administrative tasks
Rationale: Patient-centered care is about integrating
the patient’s perspective into decision-making,
fostering communication and trust.
3. Which of the following is an essential component
of a professional appearance during a clinical