NUR 362 – Exam 2 Q&A (200+ Questions) – Cardiovascular, GI, Reproductive, HEENT, Lymphatics

This expert-verified study guide for NUR 362 Exam 2 contains over 200 in-depth questions and answers, offering full coverage of the major systems assessed in nursing physical exams. It is tailored for BSN and ABSN students preparing for midterms, check-offs, or clinical assessments focused on cardiovascular, peripheral vascular, gastrointestinal, reproductive, HEENT, and lymphatic systems. Topics begin with detailed cardiovascular review, including heart sounds (S1, S2), cardiac landmarks (5 auscultation points), pulse grading scales, bruits, thrills, murmurs, orthostatic hypotension, and apical impulse displacement. Peripheral vascular content explains arterial vs. venous insufficiency, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), edema grading, and associated assessment techniques such as capillary refill and carotid auscultation. The gastrointestinal section includes quadrant-based organ location, bowel sounds, percussive findings, palpation techniques, and differentials for conditions like appendicitis, cholecystitis, GERD, and peritonitis. Students will find structured recall of the abdominal assessment sequence (IAPP), key symptoms (rebound tenderness, scaphoid abdomen, ascites), and terms like hypo/hyperactive bowel sounds and abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA). Reproductive system and health promotion content covers Pap smear guidelines, testicular self-exam (TSE), gynecomastia, and aging-related changes in hormonal levels, secretions, and sexual function. Additional review is included for sexual health history using the 5 P’s and common male/female reproductive pathologies. The HEENT (head, eyes, ears, nose, throat) and lymphatic sections round out the guide with definitions and assessments of PERRLA, Snellen testing, lymph node palpation, TMJ inspection, nystagmus types, dental and nasal abnormalities, and vision/hearing disorders such as glaucoma, otitis media, and thrush. Best suited for: BSN and ABSN students in Physical and Health Assessment Students preparing for clinical check-offs, OSCEs, and Exam 2 NCLEX prep focused on system assessments and common pathologies Clear, clinical, and structured for memorization and application, this guide is ideal for students mastering physical exam techniques and clinical reasoning in foundational nursing practice. Keywords: cardiac landmarks, heart sounds, murmurs, bruits, pulse grading, edema scale, orthostatic hypotension, GI quadrants, abdominal assessment, bowel sounds, appendicitis signs, cholecystitis, lymph nodes, reproductive health, HEENT exam, Snellen, nystagmus, NUR 362