NURS 6512 Final Exam. Questions & Answers (Graded A) Walden University

NURS 6512 Final Exam. Questions & Answers (Graded A) Walden University. The reliability of health-related findings and observations is the responsibility of the: 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? 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: 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: 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? 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? Answer: Constantly, throughout the entire interaction with a patient Question 7 1 out of 1 points Normal changes of the aging brain include: Answer: diminished perception of touch. Question 8 1 out of 1 points The finger-to-nose test allows assessment of: 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. Answer: 10 Question 10 1 out of 1 points Tarry black stool should make you suspect: Answer: upper intestinal bleeding Question 11 1 out of 1 points Anterior cruciate ligament integrity is assessed via the _____ test. Answer: Lachman Question 12 1 out of 1 points Examination of the patient in the lithotomy, or knee-chest, position includes: 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: Answer: older adults. Question 14 1 out of 1 points Which cranial nerves are usually evaluated during the examination of the eyes? Answer: III and VI Question 15 1 out of 1 points Assessing orientation to person, place, and time helps determine: Answer: state of consciousness.