Quiz 1 Module 1 (Lessons 1 - 4)

Question 1

What is cultural competence?

Answer 1

A process requiring self-awareness, reflective practice, and knowledge of cultural issues.

Question 2

Why is identifying the type of visit important?

Answer 2

It determines the health examination process and influences the information collected.

Question 3

What is the purpose of formal note documentation?

Answer 3

To accurately and appropriately document patient findings.

Question 4

Why is understanding nutrition important in care?

Answer 4

To recognize its influence on health and maintain electrolyte and mineral balance.

Question 5

Why avoid racial or ethnic stereotypes?

Answer 5

To interact respectfully and effectively with patients and families.

Question 6

What must providers understand to practice competently?

Answer 6

A patient’s behaviors, practices, and cultural background.

Question 7

What are some aspects of culture affecting care?

Answer 7

Dietary habits, communication styles, and family boundaries.

Question 8

What influences health perceptions and practices?

Answer 8

Ethnicity, language, and cultural beliefs.

Question 9

What does the RESPECT model stand for?

Answer 9

Rapport, Empathy, Support, Partnership, Explanations, Cultural Competence, Trust.

Question 10

Why is a subjective medical history important?

Answer 10

It guides the physical exam and helps interpret findings.

Question 11

What are the 4 main objectives in history taking?

Answer 11

Identify components, adapt techniques, observe examples, replicate process.

Question 12

What does an accurate history help detect?

Answer 12

It is the foundation for detecting patient risk.

Question 13

Name the four types of medical histories.

Answer 13

Complete, Problem-Oriented (Focused), Interim, Inventory.

Question 14

What are the core components of a medical history?

Answer 14

Identifiers, CC, HPI, PMH, FH, PSH, ROS.

Question 15

What is the Chief Concern (CC)?

Answer 15

The patient’s reason for seeking care, in their own words.

Question 16

What is included in Personal and Social History?

Answer 16

Habits, lifestyle, occupation, home life, stressors.

Question 17

What is Review of Systems (ROS)?

Answer 17

A head-to-toe symptom inventory by body system.

Question 18

Name a few communication strategies to build rapport.

Answer 18

Courtesy, comfort, connection, confirmation, confidentiality.

Question 19

How should questions be structured during history taking?

Answer 19

Start open-ended, then use direct questions for specifics.

Question 20

What is the HEEADSSS tool used for?

Answer 20

Adolescent psychosocial assessment (Home, Education, Eating, etc.).

Question 21

How should interviewing be adapted for older adults?

Answer 21

Account for sensory/cognitive impairments and chronic symptoms.

Question 22

What are key barriers to communication?

Answer 22

Anxiety, silence, emotional distress, environmental discomfort.

Question 23

What does the FICA model assess?

Answer 23

Spirituality – Faith, Importance, Community, Actions in care.

Question 24

What are the CAGE, TACE, and CRAFFT tools used for?

Answer 24

Screening for alcohol and substance use.

Question 25

What is the HITS questionnaire?

Answer 25

Tool to assess for intimate partner violence.

Question 26

What is the primary focus of nutrition as a science?

Answer 26

To promote optimal health and prevent chronic disease.

Question 27

What is the significance of water in the body?

Answer 27

It comprises over 55–65% of adult body weight and is vital for tissue function, transport, and temperature regulation.

Question 28

What daily factors lead to water loss from the body?

Answer 28

Urine, perspiration, expired air, and feces.

Question 29

What methods help assess nutritional status?

Answer 29

History, physical exam, anthropometric measurements, and lab values.

Question 30

Name some key anthropometric measurements.

Answer 30

BMI, waist circumference, triceps skinfold, mid-arm circumference.

Question 31

What lab tests are used to assess nutrition?

Answer 31

Hemoglobin, hematocrit, serum albumin, cholesterol, glucose, A1c, folate.

Question 32

What are some causes of unintentional weight loss?

Answer 32

Illness, medications, eating disorders, increased metabolic needs.

Question 33

What are potential causes of unintentional weight gain?

Answer 33

Medications, pregnancy, lifestyle changes, endocrine disorders.

Question 34

What factors should be considered in older adults?

Answer 34

Appetite, access to food, chronic illness, medication interactions.

Question 35

What nutrients are assessed in children and adolescents?

Answer 35

Protein, calories, vitamins, and minerals.

Question 36

What risks are associated with poor nutrition in pregnancy?

Answer 36

Pica, poor weight gain, nutrient deficiencies affecting mother and fetus.

Question 37

What tools are used to calculate BMI?

Answer 37

Weight and height using formulas with metric or imperial units.

Question 38

What are the four components of a SOAP note?

Answer 38

Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan.

Question 39

What does the 'Subjective' part of SOAP include?

Answer 39

Patient-reported symptoms, concerns, lifestyle context.

Question 40

What does the 'Objective' part of SOAP include?

Answer 40

Vital signs, physical exam findings, lab results.

Question 41

What is the 'Assessment' in a SOAP note?

Answer 41

Diagnosis or differential diagnosis with rationale.

Question 42

What is included in the 'Plan' of a SOAP note?

Answer 42

Diagnostics, treatments, patient education, follow-up.

Question 43

Why is distinguishing subjective and objective data important?

Answer 43

To ensure accuracy in SOAP documentation.

Question 44

What is the first step of a physical exam?

Answer 44

Observation.

Question 45

What is the mnemonic OLD CARTS used for?

Answer 45

To gather details about symptoms: Onset, Location, Duration, Characteristics, Aggravating, Relieving, Treatment, Severity.

Question 46

What does the SAMPLE mnemonic stand for?

Answer 46

Signs/Symptoms, Allergies, Medications, Past history, Last oral intake, Events leading to illness.

Question 47

What improves SOAP note accuracy?

Answer 47

Memorization of SOAP components and consistent format.

Question 48

How does SOAP documentation help with clinical decision-making?

Answer 48

It organizes findings clearly, supports diagnosis, and guides care planning.

Question 49

What role does pathophysiology play in SOAP documentation?

Answer 49

Links findings to diagnosis and plan, showing clinical reasoning.

Question 50

What should you avoid when documenting?

Answer 50

Unapproved abbreviations, vague language like 'WNL' without details.