NSG 6020 Week 1 Quiz Question and Answers: South University| GRADED A

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 Feedback: Once the examiner has a list of problems constructed, then an assessment is made for each unique problem. Question 2 What finding is unique to the documentation of a physical examination of an infant? Response Feedback: The size & characteristic of the fontanel are unique & important in the assessment of an 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 Feedback: Pain is subjective & only the patient can rate the perceived severity. Pain, therefore, should 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 Feedback: Adolescents are usually reluctant to talk; therefore, the provider should clearly 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 Feedback: If the patient is well known or if you have been seeing the patient for the same problem over time, a focused history is appropriate. Question 6 An example of a complementary care modality is: Response Feedback: Complementary care includes acupuncture, aromatherapy, therapeutic touch, & herbal 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: Response Feedback: The definition of beneficence is to do good, not being paternalistic, & the need to avoid harm refers to nonmaleficence. Utilitarianism is the appropriate use of resources for the greater good of the larger community. Question 9 Which of the following is an effective adjunct to document location of findings during recording of physical examinations? Response Feedback: Abnormal or normal findings are best described in relationship to universal topographic & anatomic l&marks. Question 10 The examiner s evaluation of a patient s mental status belongs in the: Question 11 Which of the following is considered an IADL but not an ADL? Response Feedback: Paying bills is an instrumental activity but not an activity of daily living. Question 12 Constitutional symptoms in the ROS refer to: Response Feedback: General constitutional symptoms refer to fever, chills, malaise, fatigability, night sweats, sleep patterns, & weight (average, preferred, present, change). Question 13 Which action would best promote accurate translations as well as confidentiality when the caregiver does not speak the patient s language? Response Feedback: When you do not speak the patient s language, family members or friends may pose a communication barrier & may have issues of confidentiality; a stranger as an interpreter is less biased. Question 14 Allergies to drugs & foods are generally listed in which section of the medical record? Response Feedback: The past medical history section c