#1
What does the acronym 'SOAP' stand for in medical assessment?
Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan
ExplanationFramework for organizing patient information.
#2
Which of the following is not a vital sign?
Glucose level
ExplanationMeasurement of blood sugar levels, not a vital sign.
#3
What is the purpose of auscultation in medical assessment?
To listen to internal body sounds
ExplanationUsing a stethoscope to assess organ function.
#4
Which of the following is not a component of the neurological examination?
Skin color
ExplanationNot directly related to neurological function.
#5
Which of the following is a common symptom associated with hypothyroidism?
Cold intolerance
ExplanationSensitivity to cold temperatures.
#6
What does the acronym 'GCS' stand for in a neurological assessment?
Glasgow Coma Scale
ExplanationTool to assess level of consciousness.
#7
In a cardiac assessment, what does 'PMI' refer to?
Point of Maximum Intensity
ExplanationLocation where heart sounds are loudest.
#8
What does 'auscultatory gap' refer to in blood pressure measurement?
Period of silence during deflation of the cuff
ExplanationAnomaly in blood pressure readings.
#9
Which of the following is used to assess liver function?
Liver function tests
ExplanationTests evaluating liver enzyme levels.
#10
Which of the following is a common indicator of acute kidney injury (AKI)?
Oliguria
ExplanationReduced urine output.
#11
Which of the following is a commonly used imaging technique for assessing bone fractures?
CT scan
ExplanationCross-sectional imaging method for detailed bone evaluation.
#12
What is the purpose of the Schirmer's test in ophthalmology?
To evaluate tear production
ExplanationMeasuring tear secretion.
#13
Which of the following is a method for assessing respiratory function?
Pulse oximetry
ExplanationMonitoring blood oxygen levels.
#14
What is the primary purpose of a Tzanck smear?
To evaluate for herpes simplex virus
ExplanationDetecting viral infections.
#15
What is the primary purpose of the DEXA scan?
To assess bone density
ExplanationMeasuring bone mineral density.