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NSG 500 Advanced Health Assessment Exam 1 Wilkes University
NSG 500 Advanced Health Assessment Exam 2 Wilkes University
NSG 500 Advanced Health Assessment Exam 3 Wilkes University
, NSG 500 Advanced Health Assessment Exam 1
Wilkes University
1. Which of the following questions may lead to an inaccurate response?
A. “Where do you feel the pain?”
B. “How does this situation make you feel?”
C. “What happened after you noticed your injury?”
D. “That was a horrible experience, wasn’t it?”
Correct Answer: D. “That was a horrible experience, wasn’t it?”
🩺 Explanation:
This is a leading question—it suggests an expected response and may bias the patient’s
answer, compromising accuracy.
2.During an initial interview, you ask the patient, “Can you describe that for me?” Which
statement best describes this question?
A. It is the most risky type of question because the patient can say anything.
B. The question is asking for specific information.
C. The patient has discretion about the extent of the answer.
D. The answer can lead the interviewer away from the purpose of the interview.
Correct Answer: C. The patient has discretion about the extent of the answer.
,🩺 Explanation:
This is an open-ended question, which allows the patient freedom to express their experienc
in their own words, encouraging elaboration and rapport building.
3. Because adolescents are often reluctant to talk during interviews, it is best to:
A. Tell the patient that you must have straight answers to your questions.
B. Ensure confidentiality regarding the information discussed.
C. Inform the patient that adolescents have trouble expressing their feelings.
D. Obtain the history from a parent or family member.
Correct Answer: B. Ensure confidentiality regarding the information discussed.
🩺 Explanation:
Assuring confidentiality fosters trust and openness, which encourages adolescents to share
sensitive information.
4. For which age group is a functional assessment most critical?
A. Children
B. Adolescents
C. Adults
D. Older adults
Correct Answer: D. Older adults
NSG 500 Advanced Health Assessment Exam 1 Wilkes University
NSG 500 Advanced Health Assessment Exam 2 Wilkes University
NSG 500 Advanced Health Assessment Exam 3 Wilkes University
, NSG 500 Advanced Health Assessment Exam 1
Wilkes University
1. Which of the following questions may lead to an inaccurate response?
A. “Where do you feel the pain?”
B. “How does this situation make you feel?”
C. “What happened after you noticed your injury?”
D. “That was a horrible experience, wasn’t it?”
Correct Answer: D. “That was a horrible experience, wasn’t it?”
🩺 Explanation:
This is a leading question—it suggests an expected response and may bias the patient’s
answer, compromising accuracy.
2.During an initial interview, you ask the patient, “Can you describe that for me?” Which
statement best describes this question?
A. It is the most risky type of question because the patient can say anything.
B. The question is asking for specific information.
C. The patient has discretion about the extent of the answer.
D. The answer can lead the interviewer away from the purpose of the interview.
Correct Answer: C. The patient has discretion about the extent of the answer.
,🩺 Explanation:
This is an open-ended question, which allows the patient freedom to express their experienc
in their own words, encouraging elaboration and rapport building.
3. Because adolescents are often reluctant to talk during interviews, it is best to:
A. Tell the patient that you must have straight answers to your questions.
B. Ensure confidentiality regarding the information discussed.
C. Inform the patient that adolescents have trouble expressing their feelings.
D. Obtain the history from a parent or family member.
Correct Answer: B. Ensure confidentiality regarding the information discussed.
🩺 Explanation:
Assuring confidentiality fosters trust and openness, which encourages adolescents to share
sensitive information.
4. For which age group is a functional assessment most critical?
A. Children
B. Adolescents
C. Adults
D. Older adults
Correct Answer: D. Older adults
