The nurse is preparing to use an otoscope for an examination. Which statement is true regarding the otoscope? The otoscope:
a. Is often used to direct light onto the sinuses.
b. Uses a short, broad speculum to help visualize the ear.
c. Is used to examine the structures of the internal ear.
d. Directs light into the ear canal and onto the tympanic membrane.
Question 2The nurse will use which technique of assessment to determine the presence of crepitus, swelling, and pulsations?
a. Palpation
b. Inspection
c. Percussion
d. Auscultation
Question 3Before auscultating the abdomen for the presence of bowel sounds on a patient, the nurse should:
a. Warm the endpiece of the stethoscope by placing it in warm water.
b. Leave the gown on the patient to ensure that he or she does not get chilled during the examination.
c. Ensure that the bell side of the stethoscope is turned to the on position.
d. Check the temperature of the room, and offer blankets to the patient if he or she feels cold.
Question 4The nurse is preparing to use a stethoscope for auscultation. Which statement is true regarding the diaphragm of the stethoscope? The diaphragm:
a. Is used to listen for high-pitched sounds.
b. Is used to listen for low-pitched sounds.
c. Should be lightly held against the person's skin to block out low-pitched sounds.
d. Should be lightly held against the person's skin to listen for extra heart sounds and murmurs.
Question 5The nurse is teaching a class on basic assessment skills. Which of these statements is true regarding the stethoscope and its use?
a. Slope of the earpieces should point posteriorly (toward the occiput).
b. Although the stethoscope does not magnify sound, it does block out extraneous room noise.
c. Fit and quality of the stethoscope are not as important as its ability to magnify sound.
d. Ideal tubing length should be 22 inches to dampen the distortion of sound.
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