University of South Alabama HSC 343
Health Assessment Final Exam
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Abduction moving body part away from axis
Accommodation adaption of the eye for near vision by increasing the curvature of
the lens
Annular lesion ring-like shape forming a circle. Clear in the center
Bruit blowing swooshing sound heard through the stethoscope over an area
of abnormal blood flow
Caregiver strain difficulties from assuming the role of caregiver and alterations in
the caregiver's health and wellness
Cataract opacity of the lens of the eye that develops slowly with aging and
gradually obstructs vision
Circumduction moving the arm in a circle around the shoulder
Dorsiflexion backward flexion of the hand or foot
Eupneic normal breathing
Eversion the act of turning inside out. In a foot the act of turning outward
Functional Ability the ability to perform activities of daily living
Graphesthesia the ability to detect writing on the had using only the sense of touch
Hypertension blood pressure over 140 systolic and 90 diastolic
Hypotension blood pressure under 90 systolic and 60 diastolic
Inversion to rotate the sole of the foot inward
Lordosis excessive inward curvature of the spine
Myalgia pain in a muscle or group of muscles
Orthopnea shortness of breath that occurs when lying down
Pallor an unhealthy pale appearance
Pectus carninatum a rare birth defect in which the sternum protrudes outward
, Pectus excavatum abnormality of the thoracic wall in which the sternum and ribs
grow abnormally gives a sunken in appearance
plantar flexion movement of the foot in which the foot or toes flex downward
Polycyclic lesions movement of the foot in which the foot or toes flex downward
Psoriasis skin disease marked by red, scaly, itchy, polycyclic patches
pustule small blister or pimple on the skin containing pus
Ronchi continuous low pitched rattling lung sounds that often resemble
snoring. From obstruction of secretions in large airways
Stereognosis the mental perception of three-dimensionality by the senses
Stridor harsh vibrating noise caused by an obstruction of the windpipe larynx
Vesicles fluid or air filled cavity or sac
Wheals area of skin temporarily raised, reddened, and itchy, like a mosquito bite
Wheezes whistling breath sound created by obstruction of small airways
Zosterform Lesions band-like unilateral skin lesion running along a nerve line
Subjective Data information from the patient's point of view such as feelings,
perceptions, and concerns
Objective data observable and measurable data obtained from observation, physical
examination, laboratory and diagnostic testing
Nursing process Assessment using a systemic, dynamic process to collect and analyze data about
a client. Includes physical data, psychological, sociocultural,
economic, spiritual, and life-style factors
Nursing Process Diagnosis the nurse's clinical judgement about the client's response to actual
or potential health conditions or needs. The basis of the nurse care
plan
Nursing process Planning based on the assessment and diagnosis, the nurse sets measurable
and achievable long and short term goals
Nursing Process Implementation nursing care is implemented according to the plan
Nursing Process Evaluation the patient's status and effectiveness of the care must be
continuously evaluated and adjusted
Primary Prevention attempts to avoid occurrence of a disease through eliminating
disease agents or increasing resistance to disease. Ex:
immunizations, healthy diet
Secondary Prevention Methods to detect and address an existing disease before the
appearance of symptoms. Ex: treating hypertension before CVD
Health Assessment Final Exam
Questions Verified and Provided
with A+ Graded Answers Latest
Updated 2026
Abduction moving body part away from axis
Accommodation adaption of the eye for near vision by increasing the curvature of
the lens
Annular lesion ring-like shape forming a circle. Clear in the center
Bruit blowing swooshing sound heard through the stethoscope over an area
of abnormal blood flow
Caregiver strain difficulties from assuming the role of caregiver and alterations in
the caregiver's health and wellness
Cataract opacity of the lens of the eye that develops slowly with aging and
gradually obstructs vision
Circumduction moving the arm in a circle around the shoulder
Dorsiflexion backward flexion of the hand or foot
Eupneic normal breathing
Eversion the act of turning inside out. In a foot the act of turning outward
Functional Ability the ability to perform activities of daily living
Graphesthesia the ability to detect writing on the had using only the sense of touch
Hypertension blood pressure over 140 systolic and 90 diastolic
Hypotension blood pressure under 90 systolic and 60 diastolic
Inversion to rotate the sole of the foot inward
Lordosis excessive inward curvature of the spine
Myalgia pain in a muscle or group of muscles
Orthopnea shortness of breath that occurs when lying down
Pallor an unhealthy pale appearance
Pectus carninatum a rare birth defect in which the sternum protrudes outward
, Pectus excavatum abnormality of the thoracic wall in which the sternum and ribs
grow abnormally gives a sunken in appearance
plantar flexion movement of the foot in which the foot or toes flex downward
Polycyclic lesions movement of the foot in which the foot or toes flex downward
Psoriasis skin disease marked by red, scaly, itchy, polycyclic patches
pustule small blister or pimple on the skin containing pus
Ronchi continuous low pitched rattling lung sounds that often resemble
snoring. From obstruction of secretions in large airways
Stereognosis the mental perception of three-dimensionality by the senses
Stridor harsh vibrating noise caused by an obstruction of the windpipe larynx
Vesicles fluid or air filled cavity or sac
Wheals area of skin temporarily raised, reddened, and itchy, like a mosquito bite
Wheezes whistling breath sound created by obstruction of small airways
Zosterform Lesions band-like unilateral skin lesion running along a nerve line
Subjective Data information from the patient's point of view such as feelings,
perceptions, and concerns
Objective data observable and measurable data obtained from observation, physical
examination, laboratory and diagnostic testing
Nursing process Assessment using a systemic, dynamic process to collect and analyze data about
a client. Includes physical data, psychological, sociocultural,
economic, spiritual, and life-style factors
Nursing Process Diagnosis the nurse's clinical judgement about the client's response to actual
or potential health conditions or needs. The basis of the nurse care
plan
Nursing process Planning based on the assessment and diagnosis, the nurse sets measurable
and achievable long and short term goals
Nursing Process Implementation nursing care is implemented according to the plan
Nursing Process Evaluation the patient's status and effectiveness of the care must be
continuously evaluated and adjusted
Primary Prevention attempts to avoid occurrence of a disease through eliminating
disease agents or increasing resistance to disease. Ex:
immunizations, healthy diet
Secondary Prevention Methods to detect and address an existing disease before the
appearance of symptoms. Ex: treating hypertension before CVD
