NURS 5220 ADVANCED HEALTH ASSESSMENT QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 2026-2… EXAM
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NURS 5220 Advanced
Health Assessment
Questions & Answers 2026-
2027
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
79 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document provides 79 advanced health assessment questions with their correct answers, covering
essential examination techniques and findings. It is suitable for students preparing for advanced practice
nursing exams, offering a direct and efficient way to review key concepts and expected clinical knowledge.
The material is ideal for comprehensive study and reinforcement of critical assessment skills.
CONTENTS
01 Skin and Hair Assessment Q1–Q17
02 Head and Neck Examination Q18–Q27
03 Ear and Hearing Assessment Q28–Q36
Page 1
, 04 Nutrition and Systemic Issues Q37–Q47
05 History Taking Components Q48–Q62
06 Thorax and Lung Assessment Q63–Q69
07 Cardiovascular and Vital Signs Q70–Q74
08 Growth and Development Q75–Q79
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 79
In which age group are milia an expected finding?
A. Newborns
B. Young children
C. Adolescents
D. Older adults
CORRECT ANSWER
A
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 79
On palpation of an older individual's skin, you observe "tenting." Which of the following would be most
appropriate for you to do in regard to this condition?
A. Have the individual further evaluated for dehydration.
B. Refer the client for punch biopsy of the skin.
C. Inform the individual to be especially vigilant in self-screening for skin cancer.
D.Observe the skin carefully for other manifestations of loss of skin integrity.
CORRECT ANSWER
A
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 79
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, Skin color is dependent on which of the following cells?
A. Carotenocytes
B. Melanocytes
C. Dermatocytes
D. Keratinocytes
CORRECT ANSWER
B
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 79
Wrinkling of the skin is less marked in individuals who:
A. are obese.
B. demonstrate premature graying.
C. are white.
D. have overactive sebaceous and sweat gland activity.
CORRECT ANSWER
A
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 79
A 4x3cm rough, elevated area of psoriasis is an example of
CORRECT ANSWER
plaque
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 79
Coarse, dry, brittle hair is associated with which metabolic disorder
CORRECT ANSWER
hypothyroidism
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P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
NURS 5220 Advanced
Health Assessment
Questions & Answers 2026-
2027
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
79 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document provides 79 advanced health assessment questions with their correct answers, covering
essential examination techniques and findings. It is suitable for students preparing for advanced practice
nursing exams, offering a direct and efficient way to review key concepts and expected clinical knowledge.
The material is ideal for comprehensive study and reinforcement of critical assessment skills.
CONTENTS
01 Skin and Hair Assessment Q1–Q17
02 Head and Neck Examination Q18–Q27
03 Ear and Hearing Assessment Q28–Q36
Page 1
, 04 Nutrition and Systemic Issues Q37–Q47
05 History Taking Components Q48–Q62
06 Thorax and Lung Assessment Q63–Q69
07 Cardiovascular and Vital Signs Q70–Q74
08 Growth and Development Q75–Q79
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 79
In which age group are milia an expected finding?
A. Newborns
B. Young children
C. Adolescents
D. Older adults
CORRECT ANSWER
A
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 79
On palpation of an older individual's skin, you observe "tenting." Which of the following would be most
appropriate for you to do in regard to this condition?
A. Have the individual further evaluated for dehydration.
B. Refer the client for punch biopsy of the skin.
C. Inform the individual to be especially vigilant in self-screening for skin cancer.
D.Observe the skin carefully for other manifestations of loss of skin integrity.
CORRECT ANSWER
A
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 79
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, Skin color is dependent on which of the following cells?
A. Carotenocytes
B. Melanocytes
C. Dermatocytes
D. Keratinocytes
CORRECT ANSWER
B
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 79
Wrinkling of the skin is less marked in individuals who:
A. are obese.
B. demonstrate premature graying.
C. are white.
D. have overactive sebaceous and sweat gland activity.
CORRECT ANSWER
A
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 79
A 4x3cm rough, elevated area of psoriasis is an example of
CORRECT ANSWER
plaque
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 79
Coarse, dry, brittle hair is associated with which metabolic disorder
CORRECT ANSWER
hypothyroidism
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