physical examination and health assessment test bank

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Iron is best absorbed on an empty stomach for optimal effectiveness.

Correct Answer: O

Rationale: "O" stands for Onset, asking about the activity when the problem began refers to the onset of the problem.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Increased intracranial pressure is the most common cause of headache in bacterial meningitis.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Placenta previa is characterized by painless vaginal bleeding, particularly in the second or third trimester.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: During a migraine, cerebral arteries typically dilate, which is part of the pathophysiology of the headache.