Bates Study Questions | Exam Test With Correct Answers)

Bates Study Questions | Exam Test With Correct Answers) A 15-year-old high school sophomore and her mother come to your clinic because the mother is concerned about her daughter's weight. You measure her daughter's height and weight and obtain a BMI of 19.5 kg/m2. Based on this information, which of the following is appropriate? - Correct Answer Reassure the mother that this is a normal body weight. A 25-year-old radio announcer comes to the clinic for an annual examination. His BMI is 26.0 kg/m2. He is concerned about his weight. Based on this information, what is appropriate counsel for the patient during the visit? - Correct Answer Give the patient information about reduction of fat, cholesterol, and calories because he is overweight. A 30-year-old sales clerk comes to your office wanting to lose weight; her BMI is 30.0 kg/m2. What is the most appropriate amount for a weekly weight reduction goal? - Correct Answer .5 to 1 pound per week 67-year-old retired janitor comes to the clinic with his wife. She brought him in because she is concerned about his weight loss. He has a history of smoking 3 packs of cigarettes a day for 30 years, for a total of 90 pack-years. He has noticed a daily cough for the past several years, which he states is productive of sputum. He came into the clinic approximately 1 year ago, and at that time his weight was 140 pounds. Today, his weight is 110 pounds. Which one of the following questions would be the most important to ask if you suspect that he has lung cancer? - Correct Answer Have you tried to lose weight? Common or concerning symptoms to inquire about in the General Survey and vital signs include all of the following except: - Correct Answer Cough You are beginning the examination of a patient. All of the following areas are important to observe as part of the General Survey except: - Correct Answer Blood pressure A 55-year-old bookkeeper comes to your office for a routine visit. You note that on a previous visit for treatment of contact dermatitis, her blood pressure was elevated. She does not have prior elevated readings and her family history is negative for hypertension. You measure her blood pressure in your office today. Which of the following factors can result in a false high reading? - Correct Answer Blood pressure cuff is tightly fitted. A 49-year-old truck driver comes to the emergency room for shortness of breath and swelling in his ankles. He is diagnosed with congestive heart failure and admitted to the hospital. You are the student assigned to do the patient's complete history and physical examination. When you palpate the pulse, what do you expect to feel? - Correct Answer Small amplitude, weak