Head-to-Toe Assessment Review

Front

What is the purpose of palpating the carotid arteries during a physical examination?

Back

To evaluate the rhythm and strength of the pulse.

Front

What cranial nerve is responsible for the sense of smell?

Back

Cranial nerve 1.

Front

What is the normal size range for pupils?

Back

3-5 millimeters.

Front

What are the techniques of assessment in a physical examination?

Back

Interviewing, inspection, palpation, percussion, auscultation, and olfaction.

Front

How should the temporal artery be assessed?

Back

Palpate bilaterally and check for tenderness.

Front

What is the significance of auscultation in a physical examination?

Back

It helps in listening to internal sounds of the body, such as heartbeats and lung sounds.

Front

What does palpation involve in a physical assessment?

Back

Using hands to feel the body for abnormalities, tenderness, or masses.

Front

What is the role of inspection in a physical examination?

Back

Visually examining the body for signs of disease or abnormalities.

Front

What is the function of cranial nerve 5?

Back

It is responsible for sensation in the face and motor functions such as biting and chewing.

Front

What does percussion involve in a physical assessment?

Back

Tapping on the body surface to assess underlying structures.