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While assessing skin mobility and turgor, a nurse pinches a fold of skin on the dorsum of the hand. The skin quickly returns to its original position. What does this finding indicate? 

Which of the following statements accurately describes the difference between the AUDIT and CAGE screening tools? 

A 50-year-old man with a family history of coronary artery disease reports eating fast food regularly, smoking one pack of cigarettes a day, and drinking three alcoholic beverages daily. Which of the following lifestyle modifications would most effectively reduce his risk of CAD? 

A nurse practitioner performs an assessment of costovertebral angle (CVA) tenderness on a patient with a history of flank pain. Using indirect fist percussion, the nurse notes that the patient reports significant pain over the right CVA. What does this finding most likely indicate?

What does a unilateral cool foot or a sudden temperature drop moving down one leg typically indicate?

A nurse is preparing to perform a well-person examination on a 15-year-old adolescent. Which approach is most appropriate to foster comfort and cooperation?

Which of the following correctly matches the term with its definition? 

During a neonate’s physical assessment, the nurse observes flexion of the head and extremities, symmetrical facial features, and a strong, lusty cry. How should the nurse interpret these findings?

An older adult reports dry skin and difficulty staying cool in hot weather. What age-related change is most likely contributing to these symptoms? 

What does a heave or lift observed during inspection of the anterior chest indicate?