Focus on a Physical

The main assessments in a routine physical exam include:

• Blood pressure measurement, heart rate check, and reflex test

• Vision test, hearing test, and skin examination

• Blood sugar test, cholesterol test, and urinalysis

• All of the above

Colleen Rothaupt Chappell is known for being:

• A renowned chef

• A famous author

• A marketing executive

• A professional athlete

Which of the following factors can influence the composition of a medical exam?

• Patient's medical history

• Doctor's preference

• Available medical technology

• All of the above

The purpose of using a stethoscope in a medical examination is to:

• listen to the sounds of the heart and lungs

• measure blood pressure

• check body temperature

• examine the eyes

What might swollen lymph nodes indicate during a throat examination?

• A sign of infection

• A sign of dehydration

• A sign of high blood pressure

• A sign of a broken bone

The function of pupillary response is to:

• regulate the amount of light entering the eye

• control the movement of the eyeball

• focus light on the retina

• detect color and brightness

The function of smell is to:

• detect and identify odors

• see colors

• hear sounds

• taste flavors

The function of sensation is to:

• detect changes in the environment

• provide energy to the body

• regulate body temperature

• control muscle movements

Fill in the blank: If you can accurately read the letters in line 6 of the chart, but have trouble when you get to line 7, your recorded visual acuity would be ____.

• 20/30

• 20/20

• 20/40

• 20/50

A routine visit includes which of the following in terms of visual inspection of the body?

• Checking vital signs

• Visual inspection of the skin

• Palpation of the abdomen

• Listening to heart sounds