Physical Assessment HEENT (2)

Painful swallowing, also known as ____________, may be seen with tumors of the pharynx, esophagus, or surrounding structures.

• Nuchal rigidity

• odynophagia

• Sialorrhea

• Xerostomia

On examination of a client's ear, the nurse notices purulent drainage including reports of pain and a popping sensation from the client. What does this finding suggest?

• Otitis Externa

• Presbycusis

• Otitis Media

• Tinnitus

__________ hearing loss is related to dysfunction of the inner ear.

A client experiences pain when the pinna and

tragus are moved during an ear assessment. What condition should the nurse suspect? (Select ALL that apply)

• Cerumen Impaction

• Swimmer's Ear

• Vertigo

• Meneire Disease

• Otitis Externa

_________ refers to the gradual hearing loss common after the age of 50 years.

• Deafness

• Otalgia

• Objective vertigo

• Presbycusis

During an oral examination of a client, the nurse notes a bright red throat with whitish yellow exudates. What medical condition might this client have?

• Tonsilitis

• Cold sore

• Pharyngitis

• Halitosis

Peridontal disease is mostly prevalent and severe in what ethnic group?

• Hispanics

• Chinese

• Blacks

• Whites

A yellow tint to the hard palate may indicate _________.

• Candidiasis

• Bruxism

• Leukoplakia

• Jaundice

The nurse noted the following during her interview session with a client. Which signs would indicate hearing loss? (Select ALL that apply)

• Appropriate grooming

• Inappropriate answers to questions

• Clear speech

• Frequent requests for repetition

Receding red gums with loss of teeth are seen in this condition.........................