NURS 6512 Week 11 Final Exam - Walden University

NURS 6512 Week 11 Final Exam - Walden University


Question 1 1 out of 1 points



The reliability of health-related findings and observations is the responsibility of
the:
Selected Answer:
professional and the patient.

Question 2 1 out of 1 points



Which of the following statements is true regarding the examination of
peripheral arteries?
Selected Answer:
The pulses are most readily felt over bony prominences.

Question 3 1 out of 1 points



As Mr. B. enters the room, you observe that his gait is wide based and he
staggers from side to side while swaying his trunk. You would document Mr. B.'s pattern as:
Selected Answer:
cerebellar ataxia.

Question 4 1 out of 1 points



You are conducting a clinical breast examination for your 30-year-old patient. Her
breasts are symmetrical with bilateral, multiple tender masses that are freely moveable with
well-defined borders. You recognize that these symptoms and assessment findings are
consistent with:
Selected Answer:
fibrocystic changes.

Question 5 1 out of 1 points



Which one of the following is a proper technique for use of a speculum during a
vaginal examination?

, Selected Answer:
Press introitus downward; insert closed speculum obliquely.

Question 6 1 out of 1 points



When is the mental status portion of the neurologic system examination
performed?
Selected Answer:
Constantly, throughout the entire interaction with a patient

Question 7 1 out of 1 points



Normal changes of the aging brain include:
Selected Answer:
diminished perception of touch.

Question 8 1 out of 1 points



The finger-to-nose test allows assessment of:
Selected Answer:
coordination and fine motor function.

Question 9 1 out of 1 points



The difference in blood pressure readings between the right and the left arms is
considered normal up to _____ mm Hg.
Selected Answer:
10

Question 10 1 out of 1 points



Tarry black stool should make you suspect:
Selected Answer:
upper intestinal bleeding.

, Question 11 1 out of 1 points



Anterior cruciate ligament integrity is assessed via the _____ test.
Selected Answer:
Lachman

Question 12 1 out of 1 points



Examination of the patient in the lithotomy, or knee-chest, position includes:
Selected Answer:
palpation of anal sphincter tone.

Question 13 1 out of 1 points



Inquiry about nocturnal muscle spasms would be most significant when taking
the musculoskeletal history of:
Selected Answer:
older adults.

Question 14 1 out of 1 points



Which cranial nerves are usually evaluated during the examination of the eyes?
Selected Answer:
III and VI

Question 15 1 out of 1 points



Assessing orientation to person, place, and time helps determine:
Selected Answer:
state of consciousness.

Question 16 1 out of 1 points