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The APRN reviews a chart with the following information recorded: ” The patient Is 6’3”, weight 210#, B/P 142/88, pain 4/10, temp.99 degrees F. Which of the data is considered subjective data?

The APRN is examining a 45 year-old male patient with a history of psoriasis. When performing a physical exam which changes in nails would be associated with psoriasis?    

During examination of the thorax, the APRN assesses for bronchophony. Which finding would indicate positive bronchophony?

The APRN is performing a school physical on 14-year-old female. The examination includes spinal assessment to screen for scoliosis. Which finding would support the diagnosis of scoliosis?  

An 86 year-old female with a history of osteoporosis presents to the office for evaluation of fatigue and shortness of breath. The APRN examines the client and notes the patient has kyphosis. Which system may be affected by this spinal deformity?

  The APRN joint assessment includes inspecting for deformities. Which of the following terms best describes the abnormality seen in the diagram ?    

The APRN is assessing a 70 year old female, fair skin patient with a suspicious skin lesion. The lesion is 3 cm, multi-colored, irregular shaped. The patient states it has “gotten larger over the past month.” Based on these findings, the APRN  interprets this as possible:: 

The APRN is performing the Romberg test. The patient has slight swaying with opened and closed eyes. Which statement best describes this finding?  

While completing a history on an older adult, the APRN understands that when a patient has memory gaps, the patient often confabulates. Which statement best describes confabulation?

Incontinence is not a normal part of aging. The APRN is assessing a 62 year old female patient with the chief complaint of stress incontinence. Which factor in her history would be the greatest risk factor for developing stress incontinence?