Sherpath Exam 2 - Physical Assessment
Question With Answers.
A nurse is preparing to perform a full cardiac and pulmonary exam on a patient. What
patient position is appropriate for the nurse to complete this exam?
Select all that apply.
Supine
Fowler
Prone
Sims
Dorsal recumbent - ANSWER- Supine
Fowler
Prone
Dorsal recumbent
What statement by the patient about hand-washing indicates the patient is in further
need of education?
"I need to wash my hands after toileting."
"Hand-washing is the best way to prevent infection spread."
"My nurse should wash her hands before she gives me an IV."
"Washing my hands with antibacterial soap means they are sterile." - ANSWER-
"Washing my hands with antibacterial soap means they are sterile."
Which factors should a nurse consider before performing an inspection during a
physical exam?
Select all that apply.
, Cleaning of the patient's hands
Ample lighting
Time available for the exam
Adequate exposure of anatomical surfaces
Available assistance - ANSWER- Ample lighting
Time available for the exam
Adequate exposure of anatomical surfaces
Available assistance
What kind of abnormalities can be found with percussion of the abdomen?
Select all that apply.
Gas
Fluid
Masses
Dullness
Rebound tenderness - ANSWER- Gas
Fluid
Masses
A patient has fallen and suffered a leg injury. A nurse is palpating the leg during the
initial examination. The nurse should be attentive to what qualities or reaction?
Select all that apply.
Skin turgor
Crepitation
Guarding
Question With Answers.
A nurse is preparing to perform a full cardiac and pulmonary exam on a patient. What
patient position is appropriate for the nurse to complete this exam?
Select all that apply.
Supine
Fowler
Prone
Sims
Dorsal recumbent - ANSWER- Supine
Fowler
Prone
Dorsal recumbent
What statement by the patient about hand-washing indicates the patient is in further
need of education?
"I need to wash my hands after toileting."
"Hand-washing is the best way to prevent infection spread."
"My nurse should wash her hands before she gives me an IV."
"Washing my hands with antibacterial soap means they are sterile." - ANSWER-
"Washing my hands with antibacterial soap means they are sterile."
Which factors should a nurse consider before performing an inspection during a
physical exam?
Select all that apply.
, Cleaning of the patient's hands
Ample lighting
Time available for the exam
Adequate exposure of anatomical surfaces
Available assistance - ANSWER- Ample lighting
Time available for the exam
Adequate exposure of anatomical surfaces
Available assistance
What kind of abnormalities can be found with percussion of the abdomen?
Select all that apply.
Gas
Fluid
Masses
Dullness
Rebound tenderness - ANSWER- Gas
Fluid
Masses
A patient has fallen and suffered a leg injury. A nurse is palpating the leg during the
initial examination. The nurse should be attentive to what qualities or reaction?
Select all that apply.
Skin turgor
Crepitation
Guarding
