History and Physical (H&P) Exam 1 Practice

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• Korotkoff sounds are best described as which point during measurement?
• Which term describes elevated readings at home but low readings in the office?
• In dermatology, what does turgor describe?
• Which of the following is not a type of transmission-based precaution?
• Which lesion type is described as a plateau-like lesion greater than 10 mm?
• Paternalism in medical care refers to?
• Where is the superficial cervical lymph node located?
• Which attribute of the HPI corresponds to the quantity or amount of the symptom?
• An example of a lesion type that is a bulla is:
• Which BMI category corresponds to a BMI of 18.5-24.9?
• Which option correctly lists the two Fs for provider tasks?
• Which skin cancer is typically slow-growing and rarely metastasizes?
• A papule is defined as a solid palpable lesion of what maximum size?
• Which description fits squamous cell carcinoma?
• PMHx stands for which concept?
• Which lesion type would most likely present as a plateau-like lesion over 10 mm?
• Standard precautions include the use of what?
• A pustule is defined as:
• Hyperpyrexia refers to a body temperature greater than:
• Which BMI category corresponds to a BMI less than 18.5?
• Stage 3 pressure sore is characterized by which finding?
• What do the bloodborne pathogen standards require?
• Which statement best describes the CC entry in medical notes?
• A patient with BMI 42 falls into which category?
• Which BMI category corresponds to a BMI of 25-29.9?
• Rectal temperature is higher than oral temperature by how much?
• Which cranial nerve is primarily responsible for pupil constriction?
• An example disease associated with pustules is:
• The supraclavicular lymph node is located deep in the angle formed by which structures?
• If oral temperature is 98.6F, what is the expected rectal temperature?
• Which cranial nerve is described as the oculomotor nerve and is involved in eye movement and pupil constriction?
• According to Bates, how many generations of family history are recommended?
• Skin cancer is most prevalent on which areas of the body?
• When evaluating a patient, do you start on the normal side or the complaint side?
• Under HIPAA, disclosure of patient information generally requires what?
• Which pattern qualifies as alcoholism in women?
• Which BMI category corresponds to a BMI of 30-34.9?
• OSHA stands for?
• Which statement correctly contrasts symptoms and signs?
• Where is the tonsillar lymph node located?
• The six cardinal directions test assesses movement controlled by which cranial nerves?
• Stage 4 pressure sore is characterized by which finding?
• Proximal nail fold is best described as which structure?
• Which element is included in the general survey: facial expression
• When were universal precautions introduced?
• Which term refers to the white area at the base of the nail?
• Which pathogens pose the greatest risk in bloodborne transmission?
• What is droplet transmission?
• Where is the posterior cervical lymph node located?
• Which statement best describes the auscultatory gap?
• Stage 1 hypertension is defined by which blood pressure range?
• HEENT stands for which body regions?
• Pain resulting from direct trauma to the peripheral or central nervous system is called what?
• Which cranial nerve is primarily associated with jaw clenching?
• A patient with BMI 32 falls into which category?
• Tympanic temperature is higher than oral temperature by how much?
• What are blood borne pathogens?
• Which statement correctly distinguishes vesicles from pustules?
• Which item is included among the eight components of the general survey?
• Cuticle serves what primary function?
• Which statement best describes the typical sequence of assessments in this material?
• A vesicle is defined as:
• The occipital lymph node is located at the base of the skull posteriorly.
• Which statement best describes the appropriate use of the CAGE screening in clinical practice?
• A patch is defined as which of the following?
• Which cranial nerve is tested when evaluating pupil constriction as part of eye function?
• When do Korotkoff sounds first become audible during BP measurement?
• Which groups should you ask about sexual history?
• In an oral presentation, which step involves giving a differential diagnosis?
• Which sequence correctly describes the flow of aqueous humor?
• Which structure is the fold of skin on the sides of the nail?
• In approaching family violence, questions should be asked from general to specific.
• ROS stands for which concept in clinical assessment?
• Transitions in an interview refer to what?
• The CC acronym expands to which phrase?
• Which structure controls lens thickness?
• In the set of documented oral presentation steps, which step involves stating a plan of action?
• Pyrexia refers to what condition?
• In the context of litigation risk, which factor most strongly influences a patient's decision to sue?
• If the chief complaint involves sexual concerns, which symptom category should you always inquire about?
• Stage 2 pressure sore is characterized by which finding?
• How many positive responses on the CAGE questions indicate potential addiction?
• Which cranial nerve would be most affected if eye movement commands were impaired and pupil constriction was affected?
• Review of systems (ROS) is described as which of the following?
• HPI is best described as which of the following?
• How is cigarette pack-year calculated?
• A patch is best described as which of the following?
• Masked hypertension is characterized by
• What is airborne transmission?
• Which term best describes the professional approach that includes self-awareness, respectful communication, and collaborative partnerships?
• In an oral presentation, which step involves state details of the physical examination from head to toe?
• What is the most common cause of drug use today?
• Axillary temperature is how many degrees cooler than oral temperature?
• Which abbreviation refers to past surgical history?
• Breadth refers to looking at problems from multiple viewpoints and bias avoidance. Which option best represents Breadth?
• Which of the following are interviewing skills?
• When were standard precautions introduced?
• What does HIPAA stand for?
• Which muscle controls pupil size?
• Which description best defines chronic pain according to the material?
• Which statement best describes basal cell carcinoma?
• What best defines subjective information in a patient assessment?
• What is the most common method used to check body temperature?
• Among the major skin cancers, which is the most lethal?
• What are the four E's involved in communication skills?
• Which cranial nerve is responsible for the sense of smell?
• Which of the following is an intellectual standard?
• If a vital sign is abnormal, what should you do?
• Which item is NOT part of the seven basic attributes of the HPI?
• What is the minimum recommended SPF and the percentage of protection does it provide?
• What does the abbreviation GU refer to in symptom assessment?
• Which step involves detailing the physical examination from head to toe?
• The CC acronym expands to:
• What is an example of a wheal or hive?
• Which sequence describes the flow of aqueous humor?
• Melanoma accounts for what percentage of skin cancers?
• In an oral presentation, which step involves state a plan of action?
• Subjective information is reported in which parts of the patient encounter?
• A BMI of 29 falls into which category?
• Hyperpyrexia is defined as a temperature greater than:
• What does the ABCDE rule stand for in melanoma assessment?
• In the patient-centered medical model, decisions are made with which consideration?
• Where is the submental lymph node located?
• Hypertension crisis thresholds define a pressure greater than which value pair?
• Idiopathic pain indicates which of the following?
• What are the five stages of loss?
• Which of the following is an example of a papule?
• A focused physical exam is best described as examining one system above and below the chief complaint.
• Hypothermia is defined as a body temperature:
• WDWN stands for which description?
• Which structure forms the border at the base of the nail and protects the nail bed?
• What does the principle of beneficence require in patient care?
• Hyperventilation corresponds to which description?
• Which BMI category corresponds to a BMI of 35-39.9?
• Which term refers to briefly restating patient concerns to confirm understanding?
• What does OPIM stand for?
• Lateral nail fold is which of the following?
• White coat hypertension is characterized by which pattern?
• In clinical assessment, which statement correctly describes symptoms and signs?
• Which term best describes the border formed by the skin at the base of the nail and helping protect the nail matrix?
• Where should the blood pressure cuff be placed for accurate measurement?
• Which organization is responsible for occupational safety in the United States?
• HPI stands for which phrase?
• Which structure produces aqueous humor?
• A patient with BMI 36 falls into which category?
• Partnering in communication is best described as which of the following?
• Which cranial nerve is responsible for downward gaze and inward rotation of the eye?
• Which statement about the limitations of universal precautions is true?
• Pain relates to factors that influence the patient's report of pain. This describes which type of pain?
• Which cranial nerve is involved in jaw clenching and jaw movement?
• When asking about drugs, which elements should you inquire about?
• Can patients access their own health records directly through an electronic health record (EHR) system?
• Stage 4 pressure sore is characterized by which of the following?
• Which statement correctly describes macules?
• What cancer is most common in the United States?
• Which of the following best describes a focused physical exam?
• Which of the following is an example of a patch?
• Papilledema is best described as what?
• Which respiratory pattern is defined as alternating between deep, fast breathing and pauses in breathing?
• Which lymph node lies superficial to the mastoid process?
• Where is the submandibular lymph node located?
• Which cranial nerve is also known as the trigeminal nerve and controls jaw movements?
• Which lymph node is located in front of the ear?
• Which item is NOT part of the CAGE screening questions?
• Melanoma is responsible for what percentage of skin cancers and is known for being most lethal?
• What does OSHA do?
• What does summarization accomplish in patient communication?
• Tachypnea corresponds to which description?
• In an oral presentation, which step involves state what you have derived from further questioning, HPI, PMHx, and ROS?
• Which cranial nerve governs most of the eye's external movements?
• Which pattern qualifies as alcoholism in men?
• Which of the following describes the three dimensions of humility in clinical practice?
• Bradypnea is defined as which pattern?
• Which HPI attribute refers to the place or context in which the symptom occurs?
• Which of the following defines a standard drink size?
• Which statement correctly contrasts airborne and droplet transmission?
• A macule is best described as which of the following?
• Which description best defines a wheal (hive)?
• The term WDWN describes which patient status?
• Which statement describes a plaque?
• Match the lesion type to its best example.
• PSHx stands for which concept?
• A bulla is best described as:
• Which are the three types of communication skills?
• From a patient's standpoint, empathy means?
• Which cranial nerve has functions including both eye movement and jaw movement?
• What is the universal precaution assumption?
• Which cranial nerve is named the oculomotor nerve and controls eye movement and pupil constriction?
• A BMI of 18.0 falls into which category?
• In HEENT exams, after ROS is elicited, what is documented next?
• Which of the following is an example of a macule?
• What are the two Fs for provider tasks?
• What is the most important event leading to a patient's decision to litigate?
• The deep cervical chain lymph node is located deep to which muscle?
• Lunula is defined as which of the following?
• In an oral presentation, which step describes state what the patient has told you?
• Which statement accurately describes the submental lymph node location?
• Stage 2 hypertension is defined by which blood pressure range?
• Which statement correctly describes axillary temperature relative to oral?
• Nociceptive or somatic pain is related to tissue damage and the perception of pain. Which option best matches this definition?
• Which two essential skills are used for clinical decision making?
• What are the limitations of universal precautions?
• Which items are included in the vital signs?
• Which term describes a superficial, elevated lesion containing pus?
• What is the number one thing to prevent infection transmission?
• What best defines objective information in a patient assessment?
• Which BMI category corresponds to a BMI greater than 40?
• Which condition is classically associated with vesicles?
• The general survey is defined as what you see when you first walk in the room. Which option best matches this definition?
• What does the CAGE acronym stand for in alcohol screening?
• Indirect transmission includes which of the following routes?
• The patient reports pain lasting more than 6 months. This is most consistent with which term?
• Which statement best defines a Stage 4 pressure sore?
• Which cranial nerve is responsible for vision?
• Subjective information is reported from which parts of the encounter?
• What is taken right after the general survey?
• Hypertension crisis is defined by blood pressure exceeding which thresholds?
• An example condition commonly associated with plaques is:
• Direct transmission is best defined as which of the following?
• What factor is associated with a 75% increased risk of melanoma according to the material?
• Where is the supraclavicular lymph node located?
• Which statement best summarizes the primary goal of HIPAA?
• Which statement best defines subjective information?
• DDx stands for which of the following?
• Actinic keratosis is a precursor to which skin cancer?
• What are the assumptions of standard precautions?
• Which two diagnoses have a high association with abuse?
• Which cranial nerve is best known by the name 'trigeminal'?
• According to bloodborne pathogen exposure guidelines, when should gloves, masks, and gowns be used?
• The CC is always documented in the patient's own words. Which statement is true?
• The posterior auricular lymph node lies superficial to which structure?
• A&Ox3 stands for which phrase?
• The lower border of the cuff should be placed how far above the elbow crease?
• What is a known precursor to squamous cell carcinoma?
• Which cranial nerve carries motor fibers to the muscles of mastication?
• Which cranial nerve is responsible for downward and inward rotation of the eye?
• Which mnemonic reflects the OLD CARTS elements for history taking?
• The framework that includes Engage, Empathize, Educate, and Enlist is known as what?
• Which structure prevents infection and moisture from getting under the skin around the nail?
• Which description best defines a nodule?
• For HEENT examinations, ____ is elicited and document first, followed by ____
• What SPF is most recommended and approximately what percentage of blocking does it provide?
• How far do droplets spread?
• Occipital lymph node is located where?
• Which statement is true about the canal of Schlemm?
• Which skin cancer is characteristically crusted, scaly, and ulcerated and may metastasize?
• Under standard precautions, which statement is true about sweat?
• Universal precautions consider which fluids potentially infectious?
• Which abbreviation refers to past medical history?
• An example of a lesion type called a nodule includes which of the following?
• What constitutes one standard drink?
• Where is the deep cervical chain lymph node located?
• The 'Setting in which it occurs' attribute refers to which of the following?
• Which cranial nerve is primarily associated with mastication (jaw movement and clenching)?
• LMP stands for which of the following?
• How long can airborne particulates last?
• A papule is defined as which of the following?
• Which of the following is included in the general survey?
• Which step involves giving a differential diagnosis?
• The superficial cervical lymph node is located superficial to which muscle?
• Which item is not part of the general survey?
• Which structure drains aqueous humor from the anterior chamber?
• Which of the following is NOT an intellectual standard?
• What are the three types of transmission-based precautions?
• ROS stands for which phrase?
• What are the greatest risks of blood borne pathogens?
• Stage 1 pressure sore is characterized by which finding?
• Which statement best describes standard precautions?