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NSG 3160 Exam 2 Newest 2025/2026 Complete
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The examiner notices a fine tremor when the patient sticks out his
or her tongue. What disorder is consistent with this finding?
a. Hyperthyroidism
b. Diabetic ketoacidosis
c. Halitosis
d. Alcoholism ......answer.....a. Hyperthyroidism
A fine tremor of the tongue occurs with hyperthyroidism. A patient
in diabetic ketoacidosis would have a sweet, fruity breath odor.
Halitosis is a term used to describe any breath odor. A coarse
tremor occurs with alcoholism.
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On examination of the mouth of an American Indian, the examiner
notices the presence of a bifid uvula. How should this finding be
interpreted?
a. This is an expected variation associated with this individual.
b. This may indicate the presence of oral cancer.
c. This is rare and indicates other congenital anomalies may be
present.
d. This condition is frequently associated with cleft palate.
......answer.....a. This is an expected variation associated with this
individual.
Bifid uvula is a condition in which the uvula is split either
completely or partially. This condition occurs in 18% of individuals
in some American Indian groups. Bifid uvula may indicate a
submucous cleft palate. Bifid uvula is not associated with oral
cancer. The incidence of bifid uvula is common in American
Indians.
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Mental status is defined as
A.) A pt's emotional & cognitive function
B.) The pt's conscious, mood, and affect
C.) General Intelligence
D.) Pt's perception ......answer.....A.) A pt's emotional & cognitive
function
A mental disorder is best defined as
A.) Presence of phobia
B.) A lack of rational thought and abstract researching
C.) Extreme behavior that is usually associated with stress
D.) Remote memory from years ago may be impacted
......answer.....C.) Extreme behavior that is usually associated with
stress
The A, B, C, and T of the mental health assessment is
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A.) Attitude, behavior, cleanliness, talk/speech
B.) Appearance, behavior, cognition, and thought
C.) Airway, breathing, circulation
D.) Ability, beliefs, culture, traditions ......answer.....B.) Appearance,
behavior, cognition, and thought
Which of the following best describes a pt's appearance?
A.) Posture is erect and body movement is voluntary
B.) Pt is oriented x3
C.) Pt is awake, alert, and aware and responds appropriately
D.) GAD score > 3 ......answer.....A.) Posture is erect and body
movement is voluntary
One method a nurse can use to assess recent memory
A.) Assess a pt's ability to complete a thought without wandering
NSG 3160 Exam 2 Newest 2025/2026 Complete
All Questions And Correct Detailed Answers
(Verified Answers) |Already Graded A+
The examiner notices a fine tremor when the patient sticks out his
or her tongue. What disorder is consistent with this finding?
a. Hyperthyroidism
b. Diabetic ketoacidosis
c. Halitosis
d. Alcoholism ......answer.....a. Hyperthyroidism
A fine tremor of the tongue occurs with hyperthyroidism. A patient
in diabetic ketoacidosis would have a sweet, fruity breath odor.
Halitosis is a term used to describe any breath odor. A coarse
tremor occurs with alcoholism.
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On examination of the mouth of an American Indian, the examiner
notices the presence of a bifid uvula. How should this finding be
interpreted?
a. This is an expected variation associated with this individual.
b. This may indicate the presence of oral cancer.
c. This is rare and indicates other congenital anomalies may be
present.
d. This condition is frequently associated with cleft palate.
......answer.....a. This is an expected variation associated with this
individual.
Bifid uvula is a condition in which the uvula is split either
completely or partially. This condition occurs in 18% of individuals
in some American Indian groups. Bifid uvula may indicate a
submucous cleft palate. Bifid uvula is not associated with oral
cancer. The incidence of bifid uvula is common in American
Indians.
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Mental status is defined as
A.) A pt's emotional & cognitive function
B.) The pt's conscious, mood, and affect
C.) General Intelligence
D.) Pt's perception ......answer.....A.) A pt's emotional & cognitive
function
A mental disorder is best defined as
A.) Presence of phobia
B.) A lack of rational thought and abstract researching
C.) Extreme behavior that is usually associated with stress
D.) Remote memory from years ago may be impacted
......answer.....C.) Extreme behavior that is usually associated with
stress
The A, B, C, and T of the mental health assessment is
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A.) Attitude, behavior, cleanliness, talk/speech
B.) Appearance, behavior, cognition, and thought
C.) Airway, breathing, circulation
D.) Ability, beliefs, culture, traditions ......answer.....B.) Appearance,
behavior, cognition, and thought
Which of the following best describes a pt's appearance?
A.) Posture is erect and body movement is voluntary
B.) Pt is oriented x3
C.) Pt is awake, alert, and aware and responds appropriately
D.) GAD score > 3 ......answer.....A.) Posture is erect and body
movement is voluntary
One method a nurse can use to assess recent memory
A.) Assess a pt's ability to complete a thought without wandering
