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Anatomy Position & Surface Landmarks The heart is described as resembling an: Upside-down triangle Precordium Anterior chest area overlying the: o Heart o Great vessels Mediastinum Apex Base • Heart sits on the left of midline • Pointed “bottom” portion of heart • “Top” of heart Position The heart is rotated so that: • Right side lies closer to the sternum Left side lies closer to the left nipple Heart Wall & Internal Structure Layers of the Heart Pericardium • ...

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history + physical examination to assess nutritional status. Evaluate: • Recent growth • Weight loss • Weight gain • Chronic illnesses affecting: o Nutritional status o Nutrient intake Medication use • Supplement use • Nutrition screening • Nutrient intake • Clinical signs/symptoms of: o Nutrient deficiency o Energy deficiency Laboratory values Main idea Nutrition assessment = history + intake + physical findings + measurements + labs 2. Anthropometric Measureme...

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General Status • Vital signs • Heart rate • Blood pressure Temperature • Pulse oximetry • Respiratory rate • Pain • Height/Weight/BMI Assess pain using the appropriate pain scale for the patient • Numerical Scale • Wong-Baker Faces Pain Scale • FLACC Pain Scale • CRIES Pain Scale • COMFORT Pain Scale • McGill Pain Questionnaire • Color Analog Pain Sca

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Cultural Competence Achieving cultural competence is a learning process requiring: • Self-awareness • Reflective practice • Knowledge of core cultural issues Cultural competence involves: • Recognizing your own: o Culture o Values o Biases Using patient-centered communication skills Adapting care to the unique needs of patients whose: o Background o Culture o Values o Experiences differ from your own Culturally competent care requires sensitivity to: • Heritage •...

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Epidermis The outermost layer of skin • Stratum corneum • Stratum lucidum • Stratum granulosum • Stratum spinosum Stratum basale Dermis Connective tissue layer containing: • Elastin Collagen Reticulin fibers • Sensory nerve fibers • Autonomic motor nerves Hypodermis The subcutaneous layer. Functions: • Heat Shock absorption • Insulation Calorie reserve Skin Appendages Include: • Eccrine sweat glands Sebaceous glands Nails • Apocrine sweat glands Hair ...

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Which measurement at which age? Age Measurement / Chart High-yield point Birth–<24 months Recumbent length Measure lying supine Birth–24 monthsWHO growth chart Continue WHO even if toddler can stand Standing height/stature Switch from length → height CDC growth chart Used after 24 months Age 2–19 Do NOT interpret pediatric BMI like BMI percentile adult BMI Generally ≥6 yr Waist circumference + waist-height Assesses central/visceral adiposity ratio Infants/young chi...

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Temperature Regulation • Body temperature is regulated by the hypothalamus. • When microorganisms invade the body: o Endogenous pyrogens are released. o Pyrogens travel to the hypothalamus. o Prostaglandin production/release triggers the fever response (pyrexia). How the body generates heat • Shivering o Rapid contraction and relaxation of skeletal muscles. o Important to stop shivering in a febrile child. • Vasoconstriction o Decreases heat loss through the skin. o May ca...

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Prepare for NURS 5220 Advanced Health Assessment Test 2 with our comprehensive study guide. Covers key systems, exam techniques, and practice questions.

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Which brain structure is primarily responsible for mental status? A. Brainstem B. Cerebrum C. Cerebellum D. Basal ganglia Correct Answer: B. Cerebrum Rationale: Cerebrum controls higher mental status functions . 2. The frontal lobe is most associated with: A. Motor coordination B. Vision C. Judgment, executive function, emotions D. Balance and gait Correct Answer: C. Judgment, executive function, emotions Rationale: Frontal lobe: judgment, executive function, emotions . 3. The te...

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