NUR 309 SPRING 2026/2027 EXAM TWO: HEARING, EYE,
SKIN, AND NECK ASSESSMENT KEY CONCEPTS EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
VERIFIED LATEST
What is the purpose of the Weber To determine unilateral hearing loss by
comparing test? how sound is heard in one ear versus
the other.
How does conductive hearing lossThe client reports hearing the tuning
fork sound affect the Weber test results? better in the poor ear.
How does sensorineural hearing loss The client hears the sound better
in the good ear. affect the Weber test results?
What does the Rinne test determine? The cause of hearing loss, whether it is
sensorineural or conductive.
What does the whisper test Hearing acuity, but does not distinguish
between evaluate? sensorineural or conductive hearing
loss.
, What does the Romberg test assess? The client's equilibrium.
What are normal findings in the fields Both eyes move smoothly and
symmetrically of cardinal gaze? through all six positions.
What is the normal pupil size? 4mm.
What does the hypoglossal nerve The position of the
tongue. control?
What does ABCDE stand for in Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter,
Evolving. melanoma assessment?
What is a common cause of acne Hormonal
changes. vulgaris?
What is a normal expectation for a Localized swelling and
tenderness on the eyelid. stye?
What is a sign of hyperthyroidism Abnormal protrusion or
proptosis. related to the eyes?
What is the purpose of the Snellen To assess
visual acuity. chart?
What is the presentation of allergic Sneezing, itching, and
nasal congestion. rhinitis?
SKIN, AND NECK ASSESSMENT KEY CONCEPTS EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
VERIFIED LATEST
What is the purpose of the Weber To determine unilateral hearing loss by
comparing test? how sound is heard in one ear versus
the other.
How does conductive hearing lossThe client reports hearing the tuning
fork sound affect the Weber test results? better in the poor ear.
How does sensorineural hearing loss The client hears the sound better
in the good ear. affect the Weber test results?
What does the Rinne test determine? The cause of hearing loss, whether it is
sensorineural or conductive.
What does the whisper test Hearing acuity, but does not distinguish
between evaluate? sensorineural or conductive hearing
loss.
, What does the Romberg test assess? The client's equilibrium.
What are normal findings in the fields Both eyes move smoothly and
symmetrically of cardinal gaze? through all six positions.
What is the normal pupil size? 4mm.
What does the hypoglossal nerve The position of the
tongue. control?
What does ABCDE stand for in Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter,
Evolving. melanoma assessment?
What is a common cause of acne Hormonal
changes. vulgaris?
What is a normal expectation for a Localized swelling and
tenderness on the eyelid. stye?
What is a sign of hyperthyroidism Abnormal protrusion or
proptosis. related to the eyes?
What is the purpose of the Snellen To assess
visual acuity. chart?
What is the presentation of allergic Sneezing, itching, and
nasal congestion. rhinitis?
