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Vital Signs Assessment Chapter 7 Questions
Question 1 of 5
A pregnant woman states, 'I just know labor will be so painful that I won't be able to stand it. I know it sounds awful, but I really dread going into labor.' The nurse responds by stating, 'Oh, don't worry about labor so much. I have been through it, and although it is painful, many good medications are available to decrease the pain.' Which statement is true regarding this response? The nurse's reply was a:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: By providing false assurance or reassurance, this courage builder relieves the woman's anxiety and gives the nurse the false sense of having provided comfort. However, for the woman, providing false assurance or reassurance actually closes off communication, trivializes her anxiety, and effectively denies any further talk of it.
Question 2 of 5
What is the primary purpose of using a Doppler device during a physical examination?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Doppler devices are used to detect weak peripheral pulses when they are difficult to palpate.
Question 3 of 5
What is the most common cause of posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) injury?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A dashboard injury, where the tibia is forced posteriorly, is the most common cause of PCL injury.
Question 4 of 5
A 50-year-old woman presents with a history of sudden-onset leg pain and swelling. She has a recent history of prolonged immobility due to a recent surgery. What is the most likely diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sudden-onset leg pain, swelling, and a history of recent immobility are consistent with deep vein thrombosis (DVT).
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is unable to identify any changes in sound when percussing over the abdomen of an obese patient. What should the nurse do next?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A stronger percussion stroke is needed for obese or muscular individuals.