#1
Which of the following is NOT a component of the ABCDE approach in medical patient assessment?
Digestion
ExplanationNot related to airway, breathing, circulation, or disability assessment.
#2
Which of the following vital signs is measured first during a patient assessment?
Respiratory rate
ExplanationCritical for evaluating airway and breathing function, prioritized in assessment.
#3
Which of the following is NOT a primary assessment technique used in the evaluation of trauma patients?
Cincinnati Prehospital Stroke Scale (CPSS)
ExplanationFocused on identifying stroke symptoms, not used in trauma assessment.
#4
Which of the following is NOT typically included in the DCAP-BTLS mnemonic used in trauma patient assessment?
Swelling
ExplanationFocused on identifying external signs of trauma such as deformities, contusions, abrasions, punctures, burns, tenderness, lacerations, and swelling.
#5
During a neurological assessment, what does the term 'aphasia' refer to?
Inability to understand language
ExplanationLanguage impairment, affecting the ability to understand or express speech.
#6
What is the primary purpose of the SAMPLE history mnemonic in patient assessment?
To gather information about the patient's chief complaint
ExplanationUsed to obtain relevant medical history related to the patient's condition.
#7
Which of the following is NOT typically included in the OPQRST mnemonic used in medical patient assessment?
Pulse
ExplanationFocused on assessing the onset, provocation, quality, radiation, severity, and time of the symptoms, not pulse.
#8
What is the purpose of assessing capillary refill time in a patient?
To evaluate peripheral perfusion
ExplanationIndicator of peripheral circulation, important in assessing shock and circulation status.
#9
Which of the following is NOT a common technique used to assess airway patency in a patient?
Carotid pulse palpation
ExplanationFocused on assessing airway patency, not pulse.
#10
What does the acronym CSM stand for in a neurological assessment?
Circulation, Sensory, Motor
ExplanationComponents assessed to evaluate neurological function and status.
#11
During a respiratory assessment, what does the term 'crepitus' refer to?
Crackling sensation felt on palpation
ExplanationIndicates air or gas trapped under the skin or within tissues.
#12
During a physical examination, which of the following is assessed by the acronym PERRLA?
Pupil size
ExplanationUsed to assess the size, equality, roundness, reactivity to light, and accommodation of pupils.
#13
When performing a neurological assessment, what does the Glasgow Coma Scale primarily evaluate?
Level of consciousness
ExplanationScores based on eye, verbal, and motor responses to assess consciousness.
#14
What does the acronym AVPU stand for in a patient assessment?
Awake, Verbal, Pain, Unresponsive
ExplanationScoring system for neurological status based on responsiveness.
#15
During a musculoskeletal assessment, what does the term 'ROM' refer to?
Range of Movement
ExplanationExtent of movement of a joint, important in assessing musculoskeletal function.
#16
What is the primary purpose of assessing skin color and temperature during a patient examination?
To evaluate circulation
ExplanationIndicators of peripheral circulation and overall perfusion.
#17
During a cardiac assessment, what does the term 'S1' refer to?
First heart sound
ExplanationLub sound produced by the closure of the atrioventricular valves.