NUR 505 Exam 1: Advanced Physical
Assessment | Expert Strategies,
Review of Key Quizzes, and Practice
Questions for Guaranteed Success.
Description
This is a 180+ Q&A NUR 505 Exam 1 focusing on foundational advanced
health assessment skills, including distinguishing subjective/objective data,
comprehensive history taking (OLD CARTS), and physical examination
techniques. Key topics include neurological system
anatomy/pathophysiology, vital signs, pain assessment, and clinical
documentation (problem lists, SOAP notes).
Key Topics and Content Areas
Health History and Physical Exam: Components of
comprehensive assessment, distinguishing subjective data (patient reported)
from objective data (observed/tested).
Symptom Analysis (OLD CARTS): Onset, Location,
Duration, Character, Aggravating/Associated factors, Relieving factors,
Temporal factors, and Severity.
Neurological System: Anatomy and pathophysiology of the CNS,
PNS, and autonomic nervous system.
Clinical Documentation: Developing a problem list, assessment,
and plan (SOAP format).
Physiological Parameters: Pulse pressure, respiratory rates,
temperature regulation, blood pressure in pregnancy, and pediatric heart
rates.
Functional Assessment: Evaluation of daily living capabilities
and mental status.
1
, Quiz_________________?
Subjective Data -
Answer
Information gathered from patient statements; the patient's
feelings and perceptions. This includes their chief complaint,
HPI, review of systems, social, family, and medical history.
Quiz_________________?
Objective data -
Answer
observable and measurable data that can be seen, heard, or
felt by someone other than the person experiencing them.
found through physical examination, diagnostic tests, and
clinical observations
Quiz_________________?
review of systems -
Answer
physical examination of all body systems in a systematic
manner as part of the nursing assessment.
document relevant positive and negative findings in each body
system.
2
, it helps screen for any potential health problems beyond the
patients primary complaint.
Quiz_________________?
Speciality populations: Pediatric exams -
Answer
communication should be age appropriate, trust-building, and
consider developlment stages.
Quiz_________________?
Speciality populations: Pregnancy -
Answer
attention to maternal and fetal health, as well as agressing
unique concerns
Quiz_________________?
Speciality populations: Geriatric -
Answer
consider age related changes, comorbidities, and potential
cognitive impairments.
3
, Quiz_________________?
purpose of CAGE questionnaire -
Answer
is a brief screening tool used to assess alcohol disorders and
identify individuals? who may need further evaluation
Scoring: "A yes" to two or more questions may indicate
possible alcohol problem.
Quiz_________________?
CAGE Questions: C -
Answer
Cut Down: "have you ever felt the need to cut down on your
drinking?
Quiz_________________?
CAGE Questions: A -
Answer
Annoyed: "Have you ever been annoyed by your critism of
your drinking?"
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Assessment | Expert Strategies,
Review of Key Quizzes, and Practice
Questions for Guaranteed Success.
Description
This is a 180+ Q&A NUR 505 Exam 1 focusing on foundational advanced
health assessment skills, including distinguishing subjective/objective data,
comprehensive history taking (OLD CARTS), and physical examination
techniques. Key topics include neurological system
anatomy/pathophysiology, vital signs, pain assessment, and clinical
documentation (problem lists, SOAP notes).
Key Topics and Content Areas
Health History and Physical Exam: Components of
comprehensive assessment, distinguishing subjective data (patient reported)
from objective data (observed/tested).
Symptom Analysis (OLD CARTS): Onset, Location,
Duration, Character, Aggravating/Associated factors, Relieving factors,
Temporal factors, and Severity.
Neurological System: Anatomy and pathophysiology of the CNS,
PNS, and autonomic nervous system.
Clinical Documentation: Developing a problem list, assessment,
and plan (SOAP format).
Physiological Parameters: Pulse pressure, respiratory rates,
temperature regulation, blood pressure in pregnancy, and pediatric heart
rates.
Functional Assessment: Evaluation of daily living capabilities
and mental status.
1
, Quiz_________________?
Subjective Data -
Answer
Information gathered from patient statements; the patient's
feelings and perceptions. This includes their chief complaint,
HPI, review of systems, social, family, and medical history.
Quiz_________________?
Objective data -
Answer
observable and measurable data that can be seen, heard, or
felt by someone other than the person experiencing them.
found through physical examination, diagnostic tests, and
clinical observations
Quiz_________________?
review of systems -
Answer
physical examination of all body systems in a systematic
manner as part of the nursing assessment.
document relevant positive and negative findings in each body
system.
2
, it helps screen for any potential health problems beyond the
patients primary complaint.
Quiz_________________?
Speciality populations: Pediatric exams -
Answer
communication should be age appropriate, trust-building, and
consider developlment stages.
Quiz_________________?
Speciality populations: Pregnancy -
Answer
attention to maternal and fetal health, as well as agressing
unique concerns
Quiz_________________?
Speciality populations: Geriatric -
Answer
consider age related changes, comorbidities, and potential
cognitive impairments.
3
, Quiz_________________?
purpose of CAGE questionnaire -
Answer
is a brief screening tool used to assess alcohol disorders and
identify individuals? who may need further evaluation
Scoring: "A yes" to two or more questions may indicate
possible alcohol problem.
Quiz_________________?
CAGE Questions: C -
Answer
Cut Down: "have you ever felt the need to cut down on your
drinking?
Quiz_________________?
CAGE Questions: A -
Answer
Annoyed: "Have you ever been annoyed by your critism of
your drinking?"
4
