Question 1

__________ is a method of examination that uses tapping or striking the body with fingers or a small hammer to determine alterations in sound or vibration.

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The answer of __________ is a method of examination that...

Question 2

Contraction of the smooth muscles lining an artery is called __________.

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The answer of Contraction of the smooth muscles lining an...

Question 3

What type of breath odor may be observed in patients with diabetes?

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A)   Acetone or fruity
B)   Musty
C)   Tangy or citrus
D)   AmmoniaE) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 4

A(n) __________ is composed of two or more types of tissues that form together to perform a particular function.

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The answer of A(n) __________ is composed of two or...

Question 5

The usual sequence of the general physical examination moves from the

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A)   head toward the feet.
B)   center of the body.
C)   area where there is a complaint.
D)   trunk outward to the limbs.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 6

Which position requires the patient to lie flat on his or her back?

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A)   Supine
B)   Prone
C)   Sims'
D)   Fowler'sE) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 7

The examination method used to assess the patient's manner of walking is

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A)   palpation.
B)   inspection.
C)   manipulation.
D)   ROM.E) None of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 8

Transillumination is used to evaluate the sinus cavities.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The supportive cells of the nervous system are classified as __________.

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The answer of The supportive cells of the nervous system...

Question 10

Which of the following positions is achieved by lying prone with the head down, the knees bent, and the buttocks elevated?

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A)   Dorsal recumbent
B)   Lithotomy
C)   Knee-chest
D)   Sims'
E)   Trendelenburg'sF) B) and D)
G) C) and D)

Question 11

What is the normal color of the tympanic membrane?

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A)   Pink
B)   Slightly yellow
C)   Off-white
D)   Pearly grayE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 12

Aphonia typically is seen in patients who have overused their voice.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Examples of involuntary muscles are the muscles that line arteries and arterioles.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The process of creating blood cells in the red bone marrow is called __________.

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The answer of The process of creating blood cells in...

Question 15

The medical term for chewing food is mastication.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

During a physical examination, the physician discovers a bruit. What method would she be using to make this discovery?

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A)   Manipulation
B)   Palpation
C)   Percussion
D)   AuscultationE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 17

A patient with severe shock may be placed in __________ position.

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The answer of A patient with severe shock may be...

Question 18

How does the physician typically begin the examination of body parts and systems?

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A)   By assessing the body part causing the patient's complaint
B)   By starting with the head and working methodically toward the feet
C)   By auscultating breath and heart sounds
D)   By performing a breast examination on female patientsE) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 19

The area between cellular structures is called the __________ space.

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The answer of The area between cellular structures is called...

Question 20

Which is the best method of moving a heavy object?

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A)   Pull it in the direction it needs to be moved.
B)   Twist toward the object and slide it toward you.
C)   Roll or push the item in the desired direction.
D)   Bend at the waist and use arm muscles to push the object.E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Exam 25: Assisting With the Primary Physical Examination

The supportive cells of the nervous system are classified as __________.

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A patient with severe shock may be placed in __________ position.

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During a physical examination, the physician discovers a bruit. What method would she be using to make this discovery?

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Examples of involuntary muscles are the muscles that line arteries and arterioles.

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__________ is a method of examination that uses tapping or striking the body with fingers or a small hammer to determine alterations in sound or vibration.

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Contraction of the smooth muscles lining an artery is called __________.

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The examination method used to assess the patient's manner of walking is

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The area between cellular structures is called the __________ space.

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The process of creating blood cells in the red bone marrow is called __________.

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How does the physician typically begin the examination of body parts and systems?

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Aphonia typically is seen in patients who have overused their voice.

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A(n) __________ is composed of two or more types of tissues that form together to perform a particular function.

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Which position requires the patient to lie flat on his or her back?

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Transillumination is used to evaluate the sinus cavities.

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The medical term for chewing food is mastication.

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What is the normal color of the tympanic membrane?

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What type of breath odor may be observed in patients with diabetes?

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The usual sequence of the general physical examination moves from the

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Which of the following positions is achieved by lying prone with the head down, the knees bent, and the buttocks elevated?

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Which is the best method of moving a heavy object?

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