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physical assessment test bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which one of the following is most true about psychological aging?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ageism is a significant factor in mental health decline, leading to isolation and depression.
Question 2 of 5
During a routine skin examination, a patient presents with a new lesion that has irregular borders and varied pigmentation. What should be your next step based on your observations?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Irregular borders and varied pigmentation are concerning features for malignancy, so a biopsy is needed for confirmation.
Question 3 of 5
When performing a visual acuity test, the nurse practitioner notes 20/30 in the left eye and 20/40 in the right eye using the Snellen eye chart. This means:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 20/30 and 20/40 visual acuity are borderline, and follow-up is appropriate.
Question 4 of 5
A pediatric patient has areas of scaling on the scalp with round patches of alopecia. This clinical finding is consistent with:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tinea capitis is a fungal infection of the scalp causing patches of hair loss.
Question 5 of 5
What finding is typical in a patient with a meniscal tear?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A positive McMurray's test is indicative of a meniscal tear.
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