Advanced Health Assessment &
Measurement
FINAL EXAM READINESS GUIDE
Q&S
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,1. Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a critical
component of a neurological assessment in advanced
practice nursing?
a) Assessment of cranial nerves
b) Evaluation of personal hygiene
c) Blood pressure measurement
d) Skin turgor assessment
Correct Answer: a) Assessment of cranial nerves
Rationale: Cranial nerve assessment is essential for
identifying neurological deficits and potential central
nervous system issues, which is crucial for advanced
practice nurses.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: The ________ sign is an important
indicator of deep vein thrombosis in the lower extremities.
Correct Answer: Homans'
Rationale: Homans' sign, characterized by pain in the calf
upon dorsiflexion of the foot, is a classic clinical indicator
that may suggest deep vein thrombosis.
3. True/False: A diastolic murmur always indicates a
valvular heart disease.
Correct Answer: False
Rationale: While a diastolic murmur can be a sign of
valvular heart disease, it is not always indicative of this
condition and must be assessed in conjunction with other
clinical findings.
4. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the
following are components of the Glasgow Coma Scale?
a) Eye response
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, b) Verbal response
c) Motor response
d) Reflex response
Correct Answers: a) Eye response, b) Verbal response,
c) Motor response
Rationale: The Glasgow Coma Scale assesses a patient's
level of consciousness based on eye, verbal, and motor
responses, not reflex responses.
5. Multiple Choice: In assessing a patient with suspected
heart failure, which diagnostic test provides the most
definitive information?
a) Electrocardiogram (ECG)
b) Echocardiogram
c) Chest X-ray
d) Complete blood count (CBC)
Correct Answer: b) Echocardiogram
Rationale: An echocardiogram provides detailed images
of the heart's structure and function, which is vital for
diagnosing heart failure.
6. Fill-in-the-Blank: The presence of __________ on
auscultation is a common finding in patients with
pneumonia.
Correct Answer: crackles
Rationale: Crackles are caused by the sudden opening of
small airways and alveoli collapsed by fluid, commonly
heard in pneumonia cases.
7. True/False: Referred pain is felt at the site of the
originating stimulus.
Correct Answer: False
Rationale: Referred pain is felt in a location different from
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