NSG 6020 WEEK 1 QUIZ – FULL
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS | 2026
UPDATED | 100% CORRECT - SOUTH
UNIVERSITY
Core Domains:
• Comprehensive Health History Acquisition
• Problem-Oriented Medical Record (POMR) Documentation
• Infant and Pediatric Physical Examination Techniques
• Subjective vs. Objective Data Collection
• Effective Communication and Interviewing Strategies
• Ethical Principles in Healthcare (Beneficence, Autonomy, Justice)
• Complementary and Integrative Care Modalities
• Health History Components (Chief Complaint, HPI, PMH, Family/Social
History)
Introduction:
This comprehensive assessment is designed to evaluate foundational knowledge
and clinical skills essential for advanced health and physical assessment in
graduate nursing practice. The quiz covers critical topics including the structure
and documentation of the problem-oriented medical record, unique physical
examination findings in infants, effective communication strategies for adolescents,
and the integration of subjective symptom data. Emphasis is placed on real-world
application, ethical decision-making, and the appropriate use of complementary
care modalities. Candidates will demonstrate their ability to synthesize patient
information, conduct focused versus comprehensive histories, and apply evidence-
based techniques in diverse clinical scenarios. Successful completion ensures
readiness for advanced clinical practice and patient-centered care.
,SECTION ONE: QUESTIONS (1 – 100)
Question 1
When recording assessments during the construction of the problem-oriented
medical record, the examiner should:
A. Document all findings in a single narrative paragraph.
B. Make an assessment for each unique problem after a list of problems has been
constructed.
C. Record only objective data and omit subjective complaints.
D. List problems in order of severity without assessment.
B
RATIONALE: In the problem-oriented medical record (POMR), once the
examiner has constructed a list of problems, an assessment is made for each unique
problem. This structure ensures that each issue is individually evaluated and
addressed.
Question 2
What finding is unique to the documentation of a physical examination of an
infant?
A. Liver span measurement.
B. Prostate size assessment.
C. Size and characteristic of the fontanel.
D. Visual acuity testing.
C
RATIONALE: The size and characteristics of the fontanel are unique and
important findings in the assessment of an infant. Data on liver span, prostate size,
thyroid position, and visual acuity are typically adult assessment findings.
Question 3
The quality of a symptom, such as pain, is subjective information that should be:
A. Recorded using the examiner's observation of the patient's behavior.
B. Documented as objective data in the physical exam section.
,C. Recorded in the history using a 1-to-10 scale.
D. Omitted from the record as it is not scientifically measurable.
C
RATIONALE: Pain is subjective, and only the patient can rate the perceived
severity. Therefore, it should be recorded in the history using a standardized scale
such as a 1-to-10 scale to quantify the patient's experience.
Question 4
When communicating with older children and teenagers, you should be sensitive to
their:
A. Need for parental presence at all times.
B. Reluctance to talk and clearly communicate respect for their confidentiality.
C. Preference for written questionnaires over verbal interviews.
D. Inability to understand complex medical terms.
B
RATIONALE: Adolescents are usually reluctant to talk openly; therefore, the
provider should clearly communicate a respect for their confidentiality. This builds
trust and encourages honest disclosure of sensitive information.
Question 5
J.M. has been seen in your clinic for 5 years. She presents today with signs and
symptoms of acute sinusitis. The type of history that is warranted is a(n) ______
history.
A. Comprehensive
B. Focused
C. Review of systems
D. Complete
B
RATIONALE: If the patient is well known to the provider or if the patient has
been seen for the same problem over time, a focused history is appropriate. This
approach addresses the specific acute complaint without repeating a full
comprehensive history.
, Question 6
An example of a complementary care modality is:
A. Antibiotic therapy.
B. Surgical intervention.
C. Acupuncture.
D. Radiation therapy.
C
RATIONALE: Complementary care includes modalities such as acupuncture,
aromatherapy, therapeutic touch, and herbal medications. These are used alongside
conventional medical treatments.
Question 7
Mr. D. complains of a headache. During the history, he mentions his use of alcohol
and illicit drugs. This information would most likely belong in the:
A. Chief complaint.
B. History of present illness.
C. Personal and social history.
D. Review of systems.
C
RATIONALE: Habits such as alcohol and illicit drug use are included within
the personal and social history section of the health record. This section documents
lifestyle factors that may impact health.
Question 8
In issues surrounding ethical decision making, beneficence refers to the:
A. Duty to do no harm.
B. Duty to act in the patient's best interest.
C. Respect for the patient's autonomy.
D. Fair distribution of healthcare resources.
B
RATIONALE: Beneficence is the ethical principle that requires healthcare
providers to act in the best interest of the patient, actively promoting good and
preventing harm.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS | 2026
UPDATED | 100% CORRECT - SOUTH
UNIVERSITY
Core Domains:
• Comprehensive Health History Acquisition
• Problem-Oriented Medical Record (POMR) Documentation
• Infant and Pediatric Physical Examination Techniques
• Subjective vs. Objective Data Collection
• Effective Communication and Interviewing Strategies
• Ethical Principles in Healthcare (Beneficence, Autonomy, Justice)
• Complementary and Integrative Care Modalities
• Health History Components (Chief Complaint, HPI, PMH, Family/Social
History)
Introduction:
This comprehensive assessment is designed to evaluate foundational knowledge
and clinical skills essential for advanced health and physical assessment in
graduate nursing practice. The quiz covers critical topics including the structure
and documentation of the problem-oriented medical record, unique physical
examination findings in infants, effective communication strategies for adolescents,
and the integration of subjective symptom data. Emphasis is placed on real-world
application, ethical decision-making, and the appropriate use of complementary
care modalities. Candidates will demonstrate their ability to synthesize patient
information, conduct focused versus comprehensive histories, and apply evidence-
based techniques in diverse clinical scenarios. Successful completion ensures
readiness for advanced clinical practice and patient-centered care.
,SECTION ONE: QUESTIONS (1 – 100)
Question 1
When recording assessments during the construction of the problem-oriented
medical record, the examiner should:
A. Document all findings in a single narrative paragraph.
B. Make an assessment for each unique problem after a list of problems has been
constructed.
C. Record only objective data and omit subjective complaints.
D. List problems in order of severity without assessment.
B
RATIONALE: In the problem-oriented medical record (POMR), once the
examiner has constructed a list of problems, an assessment is made for each unique
problem. This structure ensures that each issue is individually evaluated and
addressed.
Question 2
What finding is unique to the documentation of a physical examination of an
infant?
A. Liver span measurement.
B. Prostate size assessment.
C. Size and characteristic of the fontanel.
D. Visual acuity testing.
C
RATIONALE: The size and characteristics of the fontanel are unique and
important findings in the assessment of an infant. Data on liver span, prostate size,
thyroid position, and visual acuity are typically adult assessment findings.
Question 3
The quality of a symptom, such as pain, is subjective information that should be:
A. Recorded using the examiner's observation of the patient's behavior.
B. Documented as objective data in the physical exam section.
,C. Recorded in the history using a 1-to-10 scale.
D. Omitted from the record as it is not scientifically measurable.
C
RATIONALE: Pain is subjective, and only the patient can rate the perceived
severity. Therefore, it should be recorded in the history using a standardized scale
such as a 1-to-10 scale to quantify the patient's experience.
Question 4
When communicating with older children and teenagers, you should be sensitive to
their:
A. Need for parental presence at all times.
B. Reluctance to talk and clearly communicate respect for their confidentiality.
C. Preference for written questionnaires over verbal interviews.
D. Inability to understand complex medical terms.
B
RATIONALE: Adolescents are usually reluctant to talk openly; therefore, the
provider should clearly communicate a respect for their confidentiality. This builds
trust and encourages honest disclosure of sensitive information.
Question 5
J.M. has been seen in your clinic for 5 years. She presents today with signs and
symptoms of acute sinusitis. The type of history that is warranted is a(n) ______
history.
A. Comprehensive
B. Focused
C. Review of systems
D. Complete
B
RATIONALE: If the patient is well known to the provider or if the patient has
been seen for the same problem over time, a focused history is appropriate. This
approach addresses the specific acute complaint without repeating a full
comprehensive history.
, Question 6
An example of a complementary care modality is:
A. Antibiotic therapy.
B. Surgical intervention.
C. Acupuncture.
D. Radiation therapy.
C
RATIONALE: Complementary care includes modalities such as acupuncture,
aromatherapy, therapeutic touch, and herbal medications. These are used alongside
conventional medical treatments.
Question 7
Mr. D. complains of a headache. During the history, he mentions his use of alcohol
and illicit drugs. This information would most likely belong in the:
A. Chief complaint.
B. History of present illness.
C. Personal and social history.
D. Review of systems.
C
RATIONALE: Habits such as alcohol and illicit drug use are included within
the personal and social history section of the health record. This section documents
lifestyle factors that may impact health.
Question 8
In issues surrounding ethical decision making, beneficence refers to the:
A. Duty to do no harm.
B. Duty to act in the patient's best interest.
C. Respect for the patient's autonomy.
D. Fair distribution of healthcare resources.
B
RATIONALE: Beneficence is the ethical principle that requires healthcare
providers to act in the best interest of the patient, actively promoting good and
preventing harm.
