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Vital Signs Assessment ATI Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which technique is used to assess for tactile fremitus during a respiratory examination?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Palpating the chest while the patient speaks. Tactile fremitus is assessed by palpating the chest while the patient speaks to feel for vibrations caused by the passage of air through the lungs. This technique helps to identify abnormalities in lung tissue density and air content. Percussing the lung fields (A) is used to assess for resonance and dullness, not tactile fremitus. Auscultating for breath sounds (B) is used to assess lung sounds, not tactile fremitus. Inspecting chest wall movement during inspiration (D) is used to assess for respiratory effort and symmetry, not tactile fremitus.
Question 2 of 5
The following information is recorded in the health history: 'The patient completed 8th grade. He currently lives with his wife and two children. He works on old cars on the weekend. He works in a glass factory during the week.' Which category does it belong to?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Personal and social history. This information provides details about the patient's educational background, living situation, and occupation, which fall under personal and social history. Chief complaint is the main reason for seeking medical care, present illness relates to the current medical issue, and review of systems involves a systematic inquiry about the patient's symptoms in different body systems, none of which are covered in the given information.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following examples represents an objective finding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because a temperature of 101°F is a measurable and quantifiable observation. Objective findings are based on measurable data, such as vital signs or lab results, that can be observed and verified. In contrast, choices A, B, and D are subjective findings based on the patient's feelings or reports, which can be influenced by various factors and are not easily quantifiable. Therefore, choice C is the only objective finding among the options provided.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following symptoms is most likely to be documented under the endocrine system in the review of systems?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Increased thirst. In the endocrine system, increased thirst can be associated with conditions like diabetes insipidus or diabetes mellitus. These conditions affect the regulation of fluids and electrolytes in the body. Increased thirst is a common symptom related to hormonal imbalances in the endocrine system. Summary: - Option B (Chest pain) is more likely related to the cardiovascular system. - Option C (Frequent headaches) can be linked to various systems such as neurology or even stress, but not specifically to the endocrine system. - Option D (Difficulty swallowing) is commonly associated with the digestive system rather than the endocrine system.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is performing a musculoskeletal assessment and notes that the patient has crepitus in the knee joint. What does this finding most likely indicate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The presence of crepitus in the knee joint during a musculoskeletal assessment is most likely indicative of osteoarthritis. Crepitus is a sensation or sound that occurs when roughened joint surfaces rub together, which is a common symptom of osteoarthritis. In this condition, the cartilage between the joints wears down, leading to friction and the characteristic crepitus sound. Other choices like joint fluid accumulation (A), rheumatoid arthritis (C), and gout (D) do not typically manifest with crepitus as a prominent symptom. Therefore, choice B, osteoarthritis, is the most appropriate answer based on the given information.