QUIZ 1
Question 1
pts
According to the lesson, part of applying the diagnostic reasoning process requires that data be
prioritized based on the urgency of the signs or symptoms. Of the following presenting complaints,
which is the highest priority?
Extreme thirst
Acute onset of blurry vision
Correct!
Shortness of breath
Fever of 102 degrees F
Part of applying the diagnostic reasoning process requires that data be prioritized based on the
urgency of the signs or symptoms. For example, immediate priority must be given to signs or
symptoms that reflect life-threatening issues, while other signs and symptoms might be assigned a
secondary priority even though they are urgent until the emergent issues are addressed. The lowest
level priority issues are those that don't risk life and don't have a high likelihood of escalating in
severity.
Question 2
pts
According to the lesson, there are two types of patient presentations, comprehensive and focused.
You will adjust the scope of your history and physical examination to the situation at hand. Which of
the following factors influence this decision? (Select all that apply)
Correct!
The magnitude and severity of the patient's problems
The clinical setting—inpatient or outpatient
Correct Answer
The time available
Correct Answer
Primary or subspecialty care
You will adjust the scope of your history and physical examination to the situation at hand, keeping
several factors in mind: the magnitude and severity of the patient's problems; the need for
thoroughness; the clinical setting—inpatient or outpatient, primary or subspecialty care; and the time
available.
Question 3
pts
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Question 1
pts
According to the lesson, part of applying the diagnostic reasoning process requires that data be
prioritized based on the urgency of the signs or symptoms. Of the following presenting complaints,
which is the highest priority?
Extreme thirst
Acute onset of blurry vision
Correct!
Shortness of breath
Fever of 102 degrees F
Part of applying the diagnostic reasoning process requires that data be prioritized based on the
urgency of the signs or symptoms. For example, immediate priority must be given to signs or
symptoms that reflect life-threatening issues, while other signs and symptoms might be assigned a
secondary priority even though they are urgent until the emergent issues are addressed. The lowest
level priority issues are those that don't risk life and don't have a high likelihood of escalating in
severity.
Question 2
pts
According to the lesson, there are two types of patient presentations, comprehensive and focused.
You will adjust the scope of your history and physical examination to the situation at hand. Which of
the following factors influence this decision? (Select all that apply)
Correct!
The magnitude and severity of the patient's problems
The clinical setting—inpatient or outpatient
Correct Answer
The time available
Correct Answer
Primary or subspecialty care
You will adjust the scope of your history and physical examination to the situation at hand, keeping
several factors in mind: the magnitude and severity of the patient's problems; the need for
thoroughness; the clinical setting—inpatient or outpatient, primary or subspecialty care; and the time
available.
Question 3
pts
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