Practice Question
To assess for the presence of kyphosis, which action should the nurse take?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Observe the client's overall body posture.
Rationale:
🔹 Kyphosis is best identified by visual inspection of the thoracic spine for curvature.
🔹 The nurse observes for a forward rounding of the upper back, common in older adults.
🔹 Bone density exams diagnose osteoporosis, not kyphosis.
🔹 Range of motion checks mobility but not curvature.
🔹 Palpation detects tenderness/edema, not spinal deformity.
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In completing a physical assessment of a young adult, the clinic nurse observes muscular atrophy of the right thigh and calf to gather additional data related to this finding, which action should the nurse take?
Answer Choices:
A. Compare muscle strength bilaterally.
B. Calculate the body mass index (BMI).
C. Obtain vital signs and oxygen saturation.
D. Measure degree of skin elasticity.
The nurse is assessing a client for a goiter and is unable to observe the thyroid gland. Which action should the nurse take?
Answer Choices:
A. Palpate deeply and firmly over the location of the thyroid gland.
B. Ask the client to swallow while palpating along the sides of the trachea.
C. Defer the thyroid exam and observe the client for signs of myxedema.
D. Document that thyroid gland size is normal with no visible goiter.
The nurse assesses a client with a sleep pattern disturbance. While developing a plan of care (POC), which assessment data should the nurse obtain first?
Answer Choices:
A. Usual bed time and time of awakenings.
B. History of seasonal allergies and nasal congestion.
C. Amount and type of caffeinated drinks before bedtime.
D. Urinary frequency and episodes of nocturia.
While the nurse is taking a health history, the client announces, "l dont have time for this. This is a waste of time. I need treatment." Which response is best for the nurse to provide?
Answer Choices:
A. Ignore the angry outburst and continue with the history questions.
B. "You sound angry. Would you like to tell me about it?"
C. Move closer and place a hand on the client's shoulder to demonstrate concern.
D. "l am sorry you feel that way. Perhaps you'd like to return when you have more time.
The nurse assesses a male client who is brought to the emergency department (ED) by his family who believes he is having a heart attack. Which finding is the best indicator that a client is experiencing an acute myocardial infarction (AMI)?
Answer Choices:
A. Anterior thorax pain that radiates between the scapulae.
B. Pain in the neck, jaw, or medial side of the left arm.
C. Chest pain that intensifies upon chest excursion.
D. Localized sternal border pain intensified by palpation.
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☑️HESI RN Health Assessment spring 2025. 7.11.2025
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