AU - Module 2 HEENT

What is the 1st step in accessing neurological orientation?

• Asking the patient to walk

• Asking the patient name and date of birth

• Checking blood pressure

• Checking temperature

A change in orientation or facial droop/asymmetry are both medical emergencies that may indicate what condition?

• Stroke

• Asthma attack

• Appendicitis

• Fracture

Which of the following are considered medical emergencies (stroke)?

• Change in orientation

• Facial droop/asymmetry

• Both A and B

• None of the above

What does 'normocephalic' refer to in a head and neck assessment?

• A) Shape

• B) Size

• C) Color

• D) Movement

Asymmetry of facial features during a head and neck assessment may indicate a possible ________.

• stroke

• migraine

• sinus infection

• allergy

Palpating the head or neck for any masses or enlarged lymph nodes is part of the head and neck assessment.

• True

• False

A full range of motion in the neck should be smooth and without pain.

• True

• False

During a head and neck assessment, what is an expected variation in facial features?

• Slight asymmetry of facial features

• Marked facial drooping

• Complete facial paralysis

• Severe facial swelling

What is an expected variation in the hair of older adults during a head and neck assessment?

• Dry, brittle, and overall thinning of hair in older adults

• Increased hair growth and oiliness in older adults

• Thick, shiny, and rapidly growing hair in older adults

• Brightly colored and curly hair in older adults

Inspect ears for alignment. The top of the ear should be in alignment with the outer corner of the _____

• eye

• mouth

• nose

• chin