NSG 6020 Week 1 Quiz Exam with Complete
Solutions and resources for the exam
Quiz 1. Building a Comprehensive Health History
Question 1
When recording assessments during the construction of the problem-oriented medical record, the examiner
should:
Response Once the examiner has a list of problems constructed, then an assessment is made for each
Feedback:
unique problem.
Question 2
What finding is unique to the documentation of a physical examination of an infant?
Response The size & characteristic of the fontanel are unique & important in the assessment of an
Feedback:
infant. Data on liver span, prostate size, thyroid position, & visual acuity are adult assessment
findings.
Question 3
, The quality of a symptom, such as pain, is subjective information that should be:
Response Pain is subjective & only the patient can rate the perceived severity. Pain, therefore, should
Feedback:
be recorded the history using a 1-to-10 scale.
Question 4
When communicating with older children & teenagers, you should be sensitive to their:
Response Adolescents are usually reluctant to talk; therefore, the provider should clearly
Feedback:
communicate a respect for their confidentiality.
Question 5
J.M. has been seen in your clinic for 5 years. She presents today with signs & symptoms of acute sinusitis.
The type of history that is warranted is a(n) _____ history.
Response If the patient is well known or if you have been seeing the patient for the same problem over
Feedback:
time, a focused history is appropriate.
Question 6
An example of a complementary care modality is:
Response Complementary care includes acupuncture, aromatherapy, therapeutic touch, & herbal
Feedback:
medications.
Question 7
Mr. D. complains of a headache. During the history, he mentions his use of alcohol & illicit drugs. This
information would most likely belong in the:
Response Feedback: Habits are included within the personal & social history.
Question 8
In issues surrounding ethical decision making, beneficence refers to the:
Solutions and resources for the exam
Quiz 1. Building a Comprehensive Health History
Question 1
When recording assessments during the construction of the problem-oriented medical record, the examiner
should:
Response Once the examiner has a list of problems constructed, then an assessment is made for each
Feedback:
unique problem.
Question 2
What finding is unique to the documentation of a physical examination of an infant?
Response The size & characteristic of the fontanel are unique & important in the assessment of an
Feedback:
infant. Data on liver span, prostate size, thyroid position, & visual acuity are adult assessment
findings.
Question 3
, The quality of a symptom, such as pain, is subjective information that should be:
Response Pain is subjective & only the patient can rate the perceived severity. Pain, therefore, should
Feedback:
be recorded the history using a 1-to-10 scale.
Question 4
When communicating with older children & teenagers, you should be sensitive to their:
Response Adolescents are usually reluctant to talk; therefore, the provider should clearly
Feedback:
communicate a respect for their confidentiality.
Question 5
J.M. has been seen in your clinic for 5 years. She presents today with signs & symptoms of acute sinusitis.
The type of history that is warranted is a(n) _____ history.
Response If the patient is well known or if you have been seeing the patient for the same problem over
Feedback:
time, a focused history is appropriate.
Question 6
An example of a complementary care modality is:
Response Complementary care includes acupuncture, aromatherapy, therapeutic touch, & herbal
Feedback:
medications.
Question 7
Mr. D. complains of a headache. During the history, he mentions his use of alcohol & illicit drugs. This
information would most likely belong in the:
Response Feedback: Habits are included within the personal & social history.
Question 8
In issues surrounding ethical decision making, beneficence refers to the:
