HEALTH ASSESSMENT EXAM 1 QUESTIONS WITH
ACCURATE ANSWERS
___ in every ___ residents belongs to a *group other than single-race,
non-Hispanic White.* correct answer *One* in every *three* residents
belongs to a *group other than single-race, non-Hispanic White.*
* Empathy* correct answer *Empathy* means viewing the world from
the other person's inner frame of reference while remaining yourself.
* External factors* correct answer *External factors* relate mainly to
the *physical setting.*
* Heritage consistency* correct answer *Heritage consistency* is the
degree to which *a person's lifestyle reflects his or her traditional
heritage.* A person can possess values that are consistent with the
norms of the traditional culture or that are modern (or acculturated to
the norms of the dominant society). Heritage consistency includes
determination of a person's *cultural, ethnic, and religious background
and socialization experiences.*
*10 traps of interviewing* correct answer *10 traps of interviewing*.
These nonproductive verbal messages include:
(1) Providing false assurance or reassurance,
(2) Giving unwanted advice,
(3) Using authority,
,(4) Using avoidance language,
(5) Engaging in distancing,
(6) Using professional jargon,
(7) Using leading or biased questions,
(8) Talking too much,
(9) Interrupting,
(10) And using "why" questions.
*Assessment* correct answer *Assessment* is the collection of
subjective and objective data about a patient's health.
*CAGE* test identify what? correct answer *CAGE* test is a screening
questionnaire to identify excessive or uncontrolled drinking, such as:
- *C* Cut down - Have you ever thought you should cut down your
drinking?
- *A* Annoyed - Have you ever been annoyed by criticism of your
drinking?
- *G* Guilty - Have you ever felt guilty about your drinking?
- *E* Eye-opener - Do you drink in the morning (i.e. an eye-opener?)
,If the person answers "yes" to 2 or more CAGE questions, you should
suspect alcohol abuse and continue with a more complete substnce
abuse assessment.
*Clarification* correct answer *Clarification.* Use this when the
person's word choice is ambiguous or confusing (e.g., "Tell me what
you mean by 'tired blood.' "). Clarification also is used to summarize the
person's words, simplify the words to make them clearer, and then ask
if you are on the right track. You are asking for agreement, and the
person can then confirm or deny your understanding.
*Communication* correct answer *Communication* carries you and
the patient through the interview. Communication is the *exchange of
information* so that each person clearly understands the other.
*complete health history data category 1.* correct answer *complete
health history data category 1.* First, collect *biographic data*, such as
the patient's name, address, and date of birth as well as language and
communication needs.
*complete health history data category 2.* correct answer *complete
health history data category 2.* Second, note the *source of the
history*, which is usually the patient, but may be someone else, such as
a relative or interpreter.
, *complete health history data category 3.* correct answer *complete
health history data category 3.* Third, obtain the *reason for seeking
care*, formerly known as the chief complaint. In the patient's own
words, briefly describe the reason for the visit.
*complete health history data category 4.* correct answer *complete
health history data category 4.* Fourth, record the *present health or
history of present illness*. For a well person, briefly note the general
state of health. For a sick person, chronologically record the reason for
seeking care. When a patient reports a symptom, perform a *symptom
analysis*. If you find it helpful, use the mnemonic PQRSTU to do this.
*complete health history data category 5.* correct answer *complete
health history data category 5.* Fifth, investigate *past health events*,
such as illnesses, injuries, hospitalizations, and allergies as well as
current medications.
*complete health history data category 6.* correct answer *complete
health history data category 6.* Sixth, gather a *family history* to help
detect health risks for the patient. To aid in this process, draw a
pedigree or genogram.
*complete health history data category 7.* correct answer *complete
health history data category 7.* Seventh, perform a *review of
systems* to evaluate the past and present health of each body system,
double-check for significant data, and assess health promotion
ACCURATE ANSWERS
___ in every ___ residents belongs to a *group other than single-race,
non-Hispanic White.* correct answer *One* in every *three* residents
belongs to a *group other than single-race, non-Hispanic White.*
* Empathy* correct answer *Empathy* means viewing the world from
the other person's inner frame of reference while remaining yourself.
* External factors* correct answer *External factors* relate mainly to
the *physical setting.*
* Heritage consistency* correct answer *Heritage consistency* is the
degree to which *a person's lifestyle reflects his or her traditional
heritage.* A person can possess values that are consistent with the
norms of the traditional culture or that are modern (or acculturated to
the norms of the dominant society). Heritage consistency includes
determination of a person's *cultural, ethnic, and religious background
and socialization experiences.*
*10 traps of interviewing* correct answer *10 traps of interviewing*.
These nonproductive verbal messages include:
(1) Providing false assurance or reassurance,
(2) Giving unwanted advice,
(3) Using authority,
,(4) Using avoidance language,
(5) Engaging in distancing,
(6) Using professional jargon,
(7) Using leading or biased questions,
(8) Talking too much,
(9) Interrupting,
(10) And using "why" questions.
*Assessment* correct answer *Assessment* is the collection of
subjective and objective data about a patient's health.
*CAGE* test identify what? correct answer *CAGE* test is a screening
questionnaire to identify excessive or uncontrolled drinking, such as:
- *C* Cut down - Have you ever thought you should cut down your
drinking?
- *A* Annoyed - Have you ever been annoyed by criticism of your
drinking?
- *G* Guilty - Have you ever felt guilty about your drinking?
- *E* Eye-opener - Do you drink in the morning (i.e. an eye-opener?)
,If the person answers "yes" to 2 or more CAGE questions, you should
suspect alcohol abuse and continue with a more complete substnce
abuse assessment.
*Clarification* correct answer *Clarification.* Use this when the
person's word choice is ambiguous or confusing (e.g., "Tell me what
you mean by 'tired blood.' "). Clarification also is used to summarize the
person's words, simplify the words to make them clearer, and then ask
if you are on the right track. You are asking for agreement, and the
person can then confirm or deny your understanding.
*Communication* correct answer *Communication* carries you and
the patient through the interview. Communication is the *exchange of
information* so that each person clearly understands the other.
*complete health history data category 1.* correct answer *complete
health history data category 1.* First, collect *biographic data*, such as
the patient's name, address, and date of birth as well as language and
communication needs.
*complete health history data category 2.* correct answer *complete
health history data category 2.* Second, note the *source of the
history*, which is usually the patient, but may be someone else, such as
a relative or interpreter.
, *complete health history data category 3.* correct answer *complete
health history data category 3.* Third, obtain the *reason for seeking
care*, formerly known as the chief complaint. In the patient's own
words, briefly describe the reason for the visit.
*complete health history data category 4.* correct answer *complete
health history data category 4.* Fourth, record the *present health or
history of present illness*. For a well person, briefly note the general
state of health. For a sick person, chronologically record the reason for
seeking care. When a patient reports a symptom, perform a *symptom
analysis*. If you find it helpful, use the mnemonic PQRSTU to do this.
*complete health history data category 5.* correct answer *complete
health history data category 5.* Fifth, investigate *past health events*,
such as illnesses, injuries, hospitalizations, and allergies as well as
current medications.
*complete health history data category 6.* correct answer *complete
health history data category 6.* Sixth, gather a *family history* to help
detect health risks for the patient. To aid in this process, draw a
pedigree or genogram.
*complete health history data category 7.* correct answer *complete
health history data category 7.* Seventh, perform a *review of
systems* to evaluate the past and present health of each body system,
double-check for significant data, and assess health promotion
