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Vital Signs Assessment Chapter 7 Questions
Question 1 of 5
What is the Adson's test used for?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Adson's test is used to detect thoracic outlet syndrome by assessing changes in radial pulse with positional changes.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is an example of a sign?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Signs are objective findings observed or measured during the physical exam, like a temperature of 102° F.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is true regarding breast self-examination?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Although self-examination has not been shown to reduce mortality and is not recommended by all groups making screening recommendations, many choose to teach women a systematic method in which to examine their breasts. A high proportion of breast masses are detected by breast self-examination.
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 caring for a newborn infant in the hospital nursery and notices that the infant is breathing rapidly but is pink, warm, and dry. Which normal respiratory rate will the nurse consider when planning care for this newborn?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Newborn respiratory rate is 30-60 breaths/min; rapid breathing within this is normal if pink, warm, dry. Lower ranges (B, C, D) apply to older ages. Choice A is correct, per neonatal norms, guiding care planning.