Chapter 12 review questions

Which of the following is (are) desirable method(s) of conducting a clinical history interview? a. positive nonverbal communication b. defining and specifying terms c. subjectiveness d. a and b

a and b

Which of the following is (are) part of the sacred seven elements of the patient clinical history? a. localization b. aggravating factors c. quality d. all of the above

all of the above

Which of the following is (are) usually included as part of the chronology of a clinical history? a. onset b. duration c. frequency d. all of the above

all of the above

Which of the following is undesirable for conducting a clinical history interview?

asking vague questions

What term describes the primary medical problem as defined by the patient?

chief complaint

Which of the following describes an undesirable method of questioning that provides information that may direct the answer toward a suspected symptom or complaint? a. facilitation b. palpation c. nonverbal communication d. leading question

leading question

Which of the following is the determination of a precise area, usually through gentle palpation or careful wording of questions?

localization

Which of the following includes the tone of voice, the speed of speech, and the position of the speaker's extremities and torso?

nonverbal communication

Which term describes gentle touching to determine the precise location of a symptom or complaint? a. nonverbal communication b. palpation c. quality d. facilitation

palpation

Which of the following includes a description of the color, quantity, and consistency of blood or other body substances?

quality