NR 509: EXAM Q AND A
1. Which of the following data should be included under the general statement with
the physical examination findings?
Correct Answer
Level of
distress Heart
sounds Chief
complaint
Height
The general statement is a brief global survey of the patient that usually begins with a
one sentence description of the patient's appearance, behavior, demeanor, level of
distress, and location in the examination room.
2. According to the lesson, subjective data is detectable by an observer and can be
tested against an acceptable standard?
True
False
Subjective data is apparent only to person affected; includes client’s perceptions,
feelings, thoughts, and expectations. It cannot be directly observed and can be
discovered only asking questions.
1. Which of the following data should be included under the general statement with
the physical examination findings?
Correct Answer
Level of
distress Heart
sounds Chief
complaint
Height
The general statement is a brief global survey of the patient that usually begins with a
one sentence description of the patient's appearance, behavior, demeanor, level of
distress, and location in the examination room.
2. According to the lesson, subjective data is detectable by an observer and can be
tested against an acceptable standard?
True
False
Subjective data is apparent only to person affected; includes client’s perceptions,
feelings, thoughts, and expectations. It cannot be directly observed and can be
discovered only asking questions.
