Question

section 2 patient assessment

1. in the position, the patient sits leaning forward on out - stretched arms with the head and chin thrust slightly forward.

a. fowlers
b. tripod
c. sniffing
d. lithotomy

1. in an unresponsive adult patient, the primary location to assess the pulse is the artery.

a. carotid
b. femoral
c. radial
d. brachial

1. liver disease or dysfunction may cause, resulting in the patients skin and sclera turning yellow.

a. cyanosis
b. jaundice
c. diaphoresis
d. lack of perfusion

1. when obtaining a blood pressure by palpation in the arm, you should place your fingertips on the artery.

a. carotid
b. brachial
c. radial
d. posterior tibial

1. the is performed at regular intervals during the assessment process, and its purpose is to identify and treat changes in a patients condition.

a. primary assessment
b. reassessment
c. secondary assessment
d. scene size - up

1. which of the following is not considered a sign?

a. dizziness
b. marked deformities
c. external bleeding
d. wounds

1. when blood pressure drops, the body compensates to maintain perfusion to the vital organs by:

a. decreasing the pulse rate
b. dilating the arteries
c. decreasing the respiratory rate
d. decreasing the blood flow to the skin and extremities

1. when assessing and treating a patient who is visually impaired, it is important that you do all of the following except:

a. speak loudly into the patients ear because he or she cant see you
b. announce yourself when entering the residence
c. put items that were moved back into their previous position
d. explain to the patient what is happening

1. which of the following statements is false regarding the assessment of patients with a language barrier?

a. you should find an interpreter.
b. you should determine whether the patient understands you.
c. your questioning should be lengthy and complex.
d. you should be aware of the language diversity in your community.

Explanation:

1. In the tripod position, a patient sits leaning forward on out - stretched arms with head and chin thrust slightly forward.
2. For an unresponsive adult patient, the carotid artery is the primary location to assess the pulse as it is easily accessible and provides a strong pulse signal.
3. Jaundice is caused by liver disease or dysfunction, resulting in yellowing of the skin and sclera.
4. When obtaining blood pressure by palpation in the arm, the brachial artery is the correct location.
5. Reassessment is performed at regular intervals during the assessment process to identify and treat changes in a patient's condition.
6. Dizziness is a symptom (a patient - reported experience), while marked deformities, external bleeding, and wounds are signs (observable by a healthcare provider).
7. When blood pressure drops, the body compensates by decreasing blood flow to the skin and extremities to maintain perfusion to vital organs.
8. Speaking loudly into a visually - impaired patient's ear is not necessary and may be considered rude; the other options are appropriate actions.
9. When assessing patients with a language barrier, questions should be simple and clear, not lengthy and complex.

Answer:

1. B. tripod
2. A. carotid
3. B. jaundice
4. B. brachial
5. B. reassessment
6. A. Dizziness
7. D. decreasing the blood flow to the skin and extremities
8. A. speak loudly into the patient’s ear because he or she can’t see you
9. C. Your questioning should be lengthy and complex.