NUR 1211 MEDICAL SURGICAL FINAL EXAM-QUESTIONS[ANSWERED]2022
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1. Know the assessment techniques A. Inspection= The visual examination -The critical observation of the client for any physical signs that indicate alteration from normal -Can be done during hygie... ne care -Used to assess body surface, shape, size, color, position, and symmetry B. Palpation= Using the sense of touch (DEEP PALPATION IS NOT WITHIN THE SCOPE OF LPN) -Texture of hair -Temperature of skin -Vibration of joints -Size/ Position/ shape/ Consistency/ Texture/ Mobility of masses -Collection of fluid/ Presence of distention -Pulses -Tenderness and Pain C. Percussion= The deliberate striking or tapping of a body part to elicit sounds/vibrations -Direct percussion: striking an area directly with 1 to 3 finger pads or with the pad of the middle finger rapidly -Indirect percussion: striking an object against the area (another finger) -Assesses the size and shape of internal organs (boundaries) -Assesses if the tissue is filled with fluid/ air/ solid D. Auscultation= Listening for sounds produced by the body -Direct: using the unaided ear -Indirect: using a stethoscope -Listen for intensity (loudness of softness of the sound) -Listen for pitch (frequency of vibrations) -Listen for duration (length [Show More]
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