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Bates’ Nursing Guide to Physical Examination and History Taking, 3rd Edition — Hogan & Quigley

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Bates’ Nursing Guide to Physical Examination and History Taking, 3rd Edition is a comprehensive clinical nursing text that teaches students and practicing nurses how to perform thorough health histories and physical examinations. Tailored for nursing practice, this guide follows the trusted Bates approach to assessment with a focus on real-world application, evidence-based techniques, and patient-centered care. The book covers foundational skills such as communication, vital signs, and interviewing, as well as systematic assessment of body systems across the lifespan — from infants to older adults. With clear illustrations, step-by-step procedures, cultural considerations, and current clinical updates, this edition prepares learners to confidently assess patients and contribute meaningfully to healthcare teams.

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lOMoAR cPSD| 11700591

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,Chapter 1

MULTIPLE CHOICE



1. For which of the following patients would a comprehensive health history be appropriate?
A) A new patient with the chief complaint of ―I sprained my ankle‖
B) An established patient with the chief complaint of ―I have an upper respiratory infection‖
C) A new patient with the chief complaint of ―I am here to establish care‖
D) A new patient with the chief complaint of ―I cut my hand‖


ANSWER : C Chapter: 01
Page and Header: 4, Patient Assessment: Comprehensive or Focused
Feedback: This patient is here to establish care, and because she is new to you, a comprehensive
health history is appropriate.




2. The components of the health history include all of the following except which one?
A) Review of systems
B) Thorax and lungs
C) Present illness
D) Personal and social items


ANSWER : B
Chapter: 01

Feedback: The thorax and lungs are part of the physical examination, not part of the health
history. The others answers are all part of a complete health history.



3. Is the following information subjective or objective?
Mr. M. has shortness of breath that has persisted for the past 10 days; it is worse with activity

, and relieved by rest.
A) Subjective
B) Objective


ANSWER : A
Chapter: 01

4. Is the following information subjective or objective?
Mr. M. has a respiratory rate of 32 and a pulse rate of 120.
A) Subjective
B) Objective

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