Introduction to Physical Exams

What piece of equipment is needed for the proctologic position?

Proctologic exam table<--- Proctologic chair Proctologic cushions Proctologic stool

In relation to medical records, what does the acronym SOAP stand for?

Source, Observatory, Advanced, Physical Suspect, Object, Align, Perform Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan<-- Surgical, Obstetric, Ambulation, Procedural

The Trendelenburg position increases circulation to the ____.

pelvis lower extremities abdomen brain and heart<--

What is the name of the position in which a patient lays face-up with knees bent and feet flat on the table?

Dorsal recumbent<-- Lithotomy Prone Supine<

Why is appropriate draping so important during physical exams?

Draping helps the patient maintain a cool body temperature. Draping helps to preserve a patient's dignity.<--- Draping is a legal requirement in most states. Draping allows the physician to view the entire body at one time.

Which of the following is most likely to occur while a patient is in the sitting position?

Evaluating the patient's reflexes<-- Measuring the patient's height Examining the patient's gait Performing a Pap test

In which direction does the patient lay while in the supine position?

Face-down On the left side On the right side Face-up<--

Which of the following would be most appropriate for an examination of the rectum?

Supine Sim's<--- Fowler's Prone

Which of the following is an example of a subjective finding?

The patient says he is constantly fatigued.<--- The patient has swelling in his abdomen. The patient has an elevated pulse rate. The patient has a normal body temperature.

Which of the following is a lighted tool used to examine the ears?

Tonometer Nasal speculum Ophthalmoscope Otoscope<---

Which examination technique involves listening to internal body sounds with a stethoscope?

Auscultation<-- Percussion Inspection Manipulation

Which of the following is used to open the vagina during a gynecological exam?

Ayer blade Cervical brush Vaginal speculum<-- Spatula

In which position is the head of the bed elevated?

Dorsal recumbent Fowler's<--- Sim's Prone

Why is it important for the medical assistant to remain in the room with the physician and patient during a physical exam?

For entertainment For legal protection<--- To provide conversation To tell the physician what to do

Why should the physician be consulted before placing an elderly patient into the prone position?

Limited range of motion in their necks can make it uncomfortable.<---- It is an undignified position. It can cause circulatory problems in those with leg disabilities. All of the above

What is the name of the position in which a patient lays face-up with the feet elevated in stirrups?

Lithotomy<--- Prone Dorsal recumbent Supine

Why is the knee-chest position considered risky?

Patients may easily lose their balance in this position.<-- Patients cannot be draped while in this position. Procedures done in this position are harmful to patients. Patients frequently fall asleep in this position.

Which of the following is an example of an objective finding?

The patient complains of a headache. The patient says he is nauseous. The patient has a fever of 99.8 degrees Fahrenheit.<--- The patient does not have an appetite.

Which two tools would be most helpful when examining the throat?

Tongue depressor and otoscope Ophthalmoscope and laryngeal mirror Laryngeal mirror and tongue depressor<-- Otoscope and tonometer