Evidence-Based Physical Examination Gawlik Melnyk Teall
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Section 1: Part I – Foundations of Evidence-Based Assessment (Ch.
1-6) (20 questions)
Q1: Evidence-based practice (EBP) in physical examination integrates which three
components?
A. Tradition, intuition, and clinical experience alone
B. Best available research evidence, clinical expertise, and patient values and
preferences
C. Only randomized controlled trials and clinical guidelines
D. Only cost-effectiveness analysis and patient satisfaction
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Evidence-based practice integrates the best available research evidence with
the clinician's expertise and the patient's unique values, preferences, and circumstances,
as defined by Gawlik, Melnyk, and Teall.
Q2: A patient states, "I have been experiencing chest pain for the past three days." This
statement represents:
A. Objective data
B. Subjective data
C. A diagnostic finding
D. A laboratory result
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The patient's reported symptoms, feelings, and perceptions constitute
subjective data, which is information obtained from the patient's own account and
cannot be directly observed or measured by the clinician.
,Q3: During a physical examination, the nurse notes a patient's blood pressure is 168/98
mmHg. This finding represents:
A. Subjective data
B. Objective data
C. A patient complaint
D. A family history
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Objective data consists of observable, measurable information obtained
through physical examination, diagnostic testing, or direct observation; blood pressure
measurement is a classic example of objective data.
Q4: A first-level priority problem in health assessment is defined as:
A. A problem that requires long-term health promotion
B. An emergent, life-threatening, or immediate problem requiring urgent intervention
C. A problem related to patient education
D. A problem that can be addressed at the next routine visit
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: First-level priority problems are emergent, life-threatening issues (airway,
breathing, circulation, vital sign instability) that require immediate intervention to
prevent deterioration or death.
Q5: A second-level priority problem in health assessment is:
A. An immediately life-threatening condition
B. A problem that requires prompt intervention to prevent further deterioration or
complications
C. A problem related to health promotion only
D. A problem that can be ignored
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Second-level priority problems are urgent but not immediately life-threatening
conditions (acute pain, infection risk, abnormal lab values) that require prompt attention
to prevent progression.
Q6: A third-level priority problem in health assessment is:
A. An emergent condition
B. A problem related to long-term health promotion, wellness, and disease prevention
C. A problem requiring immediate surgery
,D. A life-threatening arrhythmia
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Third-level priority problems are important health issues related to long-term
health promotion, wellness, education, and disease prevention that can be addressed
after urgent and emergent needs are stabilized.
Q7: Therapeutic communication in evidence-based assessment requires the clinician to:
A. Dominate the conversation with medical terminology
B. Use active listening, open-ended questions, and culturally sensitive approaches to
build rapport and gather accurate data
C. Only ask yes/no questions
D. Avoid eye contact to maintain professionalism
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Evidence-based, culturally sensitive therapeutic communication involves
active listening, open-ended questioning, empathy, and adapting communication style to
the patient's cultural background and health literacy.
Q8: When assessing a child, the nurse should:
A. Ignore the child's input and speak only to the parents
B. Use age-appropriate language, involve the child in the assessment, and observe
developmental milestones
C. Use only medical terminology with the child
D. Avoid any physical contact with the child
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Evidence-based assessment of children requires developmentally appropriate
communication, direct engagement with the child, observation of developmental
milestones, and integration of parent/caregiver input.
Q9: When assessing an older adult, the nurse should be aware that:
A. All older adults have dementia
B. Normal aging changes (presbycusis, decreased skin elasticity, reduced visual acuity)
must be distinguished from pathological findings
C. Older adults do not need health assessments
D. Medication effects are irrelevant in older adults
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale: Evidence-based assessment of older adults requires distinguishing normal
age-related physiological changes from pathological conditions, considering
polypharmacy, and assessing functional status and fall risk.
Q10: A patient reports feeling anxious about their upcoming surgery. This is an example
of:
A. Objective data
B. Subjective data
C. A physical finding
D. A laboratory abnormality
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The patient's self-reported emotional state (anxiety) is subjective data, as it
reflects the patient's internal experience that can only be known through the patient's
own report.
Q11: The general survey of a patient includes assessment of:
A. Only vital signs
B. Overall appearance, apparent state of health, level of consciousness, skin color,
nutritional status, and vital signs
C. Only laboratory values
D. Only the patient's chief complaint
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The general survey is a comprehensive first impression encompassing the
patient's overall appearance, apparent age, posture, gait, hygiene, affect, and vital signs,
providing immediate clues to health status.
Q12: A clinician's well-being is foundational to effective assessment because:
A. It has no impact on patient care
B. Clinician burnout impairs diagnostic accuracy, therapeutic communication, and
patient safety
C. Only physical health matters
D. Only technical skills matter
Correct Answer: B
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Section 1: Part I – Foundations of Evidence-Based Assessment (Ch.
1-6) (20 questions)
Q1: Evidence-based practice (EBP) in physical examination integrates which three
components?
A. Tradition, intuition, and clinical experience alone
B. Best available research evidence, clinical expertise, and patient values and
preferences
C. Only randomized controlled trials and clinical guidelines
D. Only cost-effectiveness analysis and patient satisfaction
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Evidence-based practice integrates the best available research evidence with
the clinician's expertise and the patient's unique values, preferences, and circumstances,
as defined by Gawlik, Melnyk, and Teall.
Q2: A patient states, "I have been experiencing chest pain for the past three days." This
statement represents:
A. Objective data
B. Subjective data
C. A diagnostic finding
D. A laboratory result
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The patient's reported symptoms, feelings, and perceptions constitute
subjective data, which is information obtained from the patient's own account and
cannot be directly observed or measured by the clinician.
,Q3: During a physical examination, the nurse notes a patient's blood pressure is 168/98
mmHg. This finding represents:
A. Subjective data
B. Objective data
C. A patient complaint
D. A family history
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Objective data consists of observable, measurable information obtained
through physical examination, diagnostic testing, or direct observation; blood pressure
measurement is a classic example of objective data.
Q4: A first-level priority problem in health assessment is defined as:
A. A problem that requires long-term health promotion
B. An emergent, life-threatening, or immediate problem requiring urgent intervention
C. A problem related to patient education
D. A problem that can be addressed at the next routine visit
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: First-level priority problems are emergent, life-threatening issues (airway,
breathing, circulation, vital sign instability) that require immediate intervention to
prevent deterioration or death.
Q5: A second-level priority problem in health assessment is:
A. An immediately life-threatening condition
B. A problem that requires prompt intervention to prevent further deterioration or
complications
C. A problem related to health promotion only
D. A problem that can be ignored
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Second-level priority problems are urgent but not immediately life-threatening
conditions (acute pain, infection risk, abnormal lab values) that require prompt attention
to prevent progression.
Q6: A third-level priority problem in health assessment is:
A. An emergent condition
B. A problem related to long-term health promotion, wellness, and disease prevention
C. A problem requiring immediate surgery
,D. A life-threatening arrhythmia
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Third-level priority problems are important health issues related to long-term
health promotion, wellness, education, and disease prevention that can be addressed
after urgent and emergent needs are stabilized.
Q7: Therapeutic communication in evidence-based assessment requires the clinician to:
A. Dominate the conversation with medical terminology
B. Use active listening, open-ended questions, and culturally sensitive approaches to
build rapport and gather accurate data
C. Only ask yes/no questions
D. Avoid eye contact to maintain professionalism
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Evidence-based, culturally sensitive therapeutic communication involves
active listening, open-ended questioning, empathy, and adapting communication style to
the patient's cultural background and health literacy.
Q8: When assessing a child, the nurse should:
A. Ignore the child's input and speak only to the parents
B. Use age-appropriate language, involve the child in the assessment, and observe
developmental milestones
C. Use only medical terminology with the child
D. Avoid any physical contact with the child
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Evidence-based assessment of children requires developmentally appropriate
communication, direct engagement with the child, observation of developmental
milestones, and integration of parent/caregiver input.
Q9: When assessing an older adult, the nurse should be aware that:
A. All older adults have dementia
B. Normal aging changes (presbycusis, decreased skin elasticity, reduced visual acuity)
must be distinguished from pathological findings
C. Older adults do not need health assessments
D. Medication effects are irrelevant in older adults
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale: Evidence-based assessment of older adults requires distinguishing normal
age-related physiological changes from pathological conditions, considering
polypharmacy, and assessing functional status and fall risk.
Q10: A patient reports feeling anxious about their upcoming surgery. This is an example
of:
A. Objective data
B. Subjective data
C. A physical finding
D. A laboratory abnormality
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The patient's self-reported emotional state (anxiety) is subjective data, as it
reflects the patient's internal experience that can only be known through the patient's
own report.
Q11: The general survey of a patient includes assessment of:
A. Only vital signs
B. Overall appearance, apparent state of health, level of consciousness, skin color,
nutritional status, and vital signs
C. Only laboratory values
D. Only the patient's chief complaint
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The general survey is a comprehensive first impression encompassing the
patient's overall appearance, apparent age, posture, gait, hygiene, affect, and vital signs,
providing immediate clues to health status.
Q12: A clinician's well-being is foundational to effective assessment because:
A. It has no impact on patient care
B. Clinician burnout impairs diagnostic accuracy, therapeutic communication, and
patient safety
C. Only physical health matters
D. Only technical skills matter
Correct Answer: B
