WSU N317 final exam || with Error-free Solutions.
plaque correct answers a raised, solid mass greater than 1 cm in diameter and limited to the surface of the skin
vesicle correct answers A raised, fluid filled sac that is up to 1 cm in diameter, found on the skin
Herpes is an example of a_________? correct answers vesicle
Pustule correct answers raised spot on the skin containing pus
acne is an example of what? correct answers pustule
Nodule correct answers solid, round or oval elevated lesion 1 cm or more in diameter
Egophony test correct answers Have pt say "EEEEEEEEEEEEE" while ascultating over the chest
Abnormal egophony correct answers "EEEEEE" will sound like "AAAAAAA"
tumor correct answers larger than a few centimeters in diameter, firm or soft, deeper into dermis;
may be benign or malignant
wheal correct answers superficial, raised, transient, and erythematous; slightly irregular shape from edema
macule correct answers flat, colored spot on the skin (freckle)
Bulla correct answers Larger than 1 cm diameter; usually single chambered (unilocular); superficial in epidermis; thin walled and ruptures easily. Examples: burns, contact dermatitis.
papule correct answers small, solid, raised lesion on surface of the skin; less than 1 cm (mole, wart, etc.)
Patch correct answers Macules that are larger than 1 cm (vitiligo, mongolian spot, etc.)
Cyst correct answers encapsulated fluid-filled cavity in dermis or subcutaneous layer, tensely elevating skin
Excoriation correct answers Self-inflicted skin sore or abrasion produced by scratching or scraping; insect bites or dermatitis
Lichenification correct answers Prolonged, intense scratching eventually thickens the skin and produces tightly packed sets of papules; looks like surface of moss (or lichen)
Keloid correct answers hypertrophic scar, elevated beyond site of original injury petechiae correct answers pinpoint purple or red spots from minute hemorrhages under the skin
purpura correct answers Confluent and extensive patch of petechiae and ecchymoses; >3 mm, flat, red to purple, macular hemorrhage. Seen in generalized disorders such as thrombocytopenia and scurvy. Also occurs in old age as blood leaks from capillaries in response to minor trauma and diffuses through dermis.
Psoriasis correct answers Scaly, erythematous patch, with silvery scales on top. Usually on scalp,
outside of elbows and knees, low back, and anogenital area.
basal cell carcinoma correct answers Most common and least severe type of skin cancer; often characterized by light or pearly nodules.
Facilitation correct answers encourages client to say more, shows person you are interested; "Uh huh" "go on"
"Uh huh" is an example of what examiner response? correct answers facilitation
Reflection correct answers echo patient's words to aid in elaboration
Empathy correct answers Naming a feeling and allowing its expression; "this must be very difficult for you"
Confrontation correct answers clarifying inconsistent information
"You look sad" is an example of what? correct answers Confrontation
resonance correct answers low-pitched, clear, hollow sound that predominates in healthy lung tissue in the adult
Hyperresonance correct answers lower-pitched, booming sound found when too much air is present such as in emphysema or pneumothorax
Tympany correct answers high-pitched, musical, drumlike percussion note heard when percussing over the stomach and intestine
Dull correct answers a soft, high-pitched muffled thud that doesn't last long; heard over organs like the liver or spleen
Flat correct answers high-pitched very soft dead stop sound; shortest lasting
light palpations correct answers detecting surface characteristics
deep palpation correct answers intermittent palpation pressure to an area, being careful not to press too hard for too long; imagery may be used. What to keep in mind when assessing an adolescent correct answers be cautious and remember that these individuals are developing their sense of identity! genitalia last and fast
what to keep in mind while assessing an older adult? correct answers observe/consider physical changes, GO SLOWLY, they are in the process of developing the meaning of their existence
General Survey: Physical Appearance correct answers age, sex, level of consciousness, skin color, facial features
General Survey: Body Structure correct answers stature, nutrition, symmetry, posture, position, body build, contour, deformities
General Survey: Mobility correct answers gait, range of motion
General Survey: Behavior correct answers facial expression, mood and affect, speech, speech pattern, dress, personal hygiene
"Normal" posture correct answers stands erect with a relaxed back and shoulders, feet stable, looks comfortable
"Normal" gait correct answers arm swing is present and symmetrical, walk is smooth, and feet are about shoulder width apart when walking
Factors that effect blood pressure correct answers age, sex, stress, weight, emotion, exercise, race
epidermis correct answers outermost layer of skin
dermis correct answers Inner layer of skin
subcutaneous layer correct answers innermost layer of the skin, containing fat tissue
sebaceous glands correct answers lubricate skin and hair
eccrine glands correct answers glands that produce sweat; found over most of the body
apocrine glands correct answers Sweat glands in the pubic and underarm areas that secrete thicker sweat, that produce odor when come in contact with bacteria on the skin
6 functions of skin correct answers Protection, perception, temperature control, identification, communication and excretion
pallor correct answers paleness
erythema correct answers redness of the skin
