NUR507
Advanced Physical
Assessment
LATEST MIDTERMS REVIEW
Q&S
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,1. Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a primary
component of a comprehensive physical assessment?
A) Inspection
B) Palpation
C) Percussion
D) Auscultation
E) All of the above
Correct ANS: E) All of the above
Rationale: A comprehensive physical assessment includes
inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation. These
components provide a complete picture of the patient's health
status.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: The technique used to assess the presence of
fluid in body cavities is called __________.
Correct ANS: Percussion
Rationale: Percussion is the technique used to tap on a surface
to determine the underlying structure, and is useful for assessing
the presence of fluid in body cavities.
3. True/False: The Glasgow Coma Scale is used to assess a
patient's level of consciousness.
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, Correct ANS: True
Rationale: The Glasgow Coma Scale is indeed used to assess
the level of consciousness in patients, particularly in those who
are not fully alert.
4. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the
following are considered when evaluating jugular venous pressure
(JVP)?
A) Patient's hydration status
B) Right atrial pressure
C) Left ventricular function
D) Patient's position
Correct ANSs: A) Patient's hydration status, B) Right atrial
pressure, D) Patient's position
Rationale: JVP is influenced by the patient's hydration status,
right atrial pressure, and the position of the patient during
assessment. Left ventricular function is not directly assessed by
JVP.
5. Multiple Choice: A murmur heard loudest at the second right
intercostal space is most likely associated with which valve?
A) Mitral
B) Tricuspid
C) Aortic
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, D) Pulmonic
Correct ANS: C) Aortic
Rationale: A murmur heard at the second right intercostal space
is typically associated with the aortic valve, as this is the area
where sounds from the aortic valve are best transmitted.
6. Fill-in-the-Blank: The absence of bowel sounds may indicate
__________.
Correct ANS: Ileus or bowel obstruction
Rationale: The absence of bowel sounds can be indicative of
ileus or bowel obstruction, which are serious conditions requiring
prompt medical attention.
7. True/False: A positive Trendelenburg sign indicates weakness
in the hip abductor muscles.
Correct ANS: True
Rationale: A positive Trendelenburg sign is indicative of hip
abductor muscle weakness, as the pelvis drops on the side of the
lifted leg during ambulation.
8. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. In assessing a patient's
respiratory system, which of the following findings would be
considered abnormal?
A) Symmetrical chest expansion
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Advanced Physical
Assessment
LATEST MIDTERMS REVIEW
Q&S
©2024/2025
,1. Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a primary
component of a comprehensive physical assessment?
A) Inspection
B) Palpation
C) Percussion
D) Auscultation
E) All of the above
Correct ANS: E) All of the above
Rationale: A comprehensive physical assessment includes
inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation. These
components provide a complete picture of the patient's health
status.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: The technique used to assess the presence of
fluid in body cavities is called __________.
Correct ANS: Percussion
Rationale: Percussion is the technique used to tap on a surface
to determine the underlying structure, and is useful for assessing
the presence of fluid in body cavities.
3. True/False: The Glasgow Coma Scale is used to assess a
patient's level of consciousness.
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, Correct ANS: True
Rationale: The Glasgow Coma Scale is indeed used to assess
the level of consciousness in patients, particularly in those who
are not fully alert.
4. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the
following are considered when evaluating jugular venous pressure
(JVP)?
A) Patient's hydration status
B) Right atrial pressure
C) Left ventricular function
D) Patient's position
Correct ANSs: A) Patient's hydration status, B) Right atrial
pressure, D) Patient's position
Rationale: JVP is influenced by the patient's hydration status,
right atrial pressure, and the position of the patient during
assessment. Left ventricular function is not directly assessed by
JVP.
5. Multiple Choice: A murmur heard loudest at the second right
intercostal space is most likely associated with which valve?
A) Mitral
B) Tricuspid
C) Aortic
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, D) Pulmonic
Correct ANS: C) Aortic
Rationale: A murmur heard at the second right intercostal space
is typically associated with the aortic valve, as this is the area
where sounds from the aortic valve are best transmitted.
6. Fill-in-the-Blank: The absence of bowel sounds may indicate
__________.
Correct ANS: Ileus or bowel obstruction
Rationale: The absence of bowel sounds can be indicative of
ileus or bowel obstruction, which are serious conditions requiring
prompt medical attention.
7. True/False: A positive Trendelenburg sign indicates weakness
in the hip abductor muscles.
Correct ANS: True
Rationale: A positive Trendelenburg sign is indicative of hip
abductor muscle weakness, as the pelvis drops on the side of the
lifted leg during ambulation.
8. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. In assessing a patient's
respiratory system, which of the following findings would be
considered abnormal?
A) Symmetrical chest expansion
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