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Exercise

a. Match the medical vocabulary related to patient assessment with the correct definition. See

the example.

Auscultation A. Listening to the internal sounds of the body, usually
with a stethoscope, to assess the heart, lungs, or blood
Bruit vessels.
B. A test for hydration status by pinching the skin to see
Clubbing how quickly it returns to its normal position.
C. Feeling body parts with the hands to assess
Crepitus tenderness, swelling, or abnormalities.
D. A visual examination of the body to check for
Inspection abnormalities, such as skin color or shape.
E. A crackling or popping sound heard during movement,
Murmur often in joints.
F. Tapping on the body to assess the underlying structure,
Palpation often to check for fluid buildup or air.
G. A bluish or purple discoloration of the skin or
Percussion fingernails, often caused by chronic oxygen deficiency.
H. An abnormal sound, usually caused by turbulent blood
Reflexes flow in blood vessels.
I. A physical examination technique to check the body’s
Skin turgor involuntary responses to stimuli.
J. An abnormal heart sound, usually indicating issues with
blood flow through the heart.
K. Bulbous enlargement of the ends of the fingers or toes,
often associated with chronic hypoxia or lung disease.

b. Fill in the blanks using the correct vocabulary from previous exercise. The words are related to

the specific physical assessment techniques. One vocabulary can be used more than once.

Nurse Aisha : “Assalamu alaikum, Mr. Fahni. How are you feeling today?”
Mr. Fahni : “Wa alaikum assalam, Nurse Aisha. I’ve been feeling pretty tired lately. I’m also a
bit short of breath when I walk upstairs.”
Nurse Aisha : “I see. Let’s start with some questions about your overall health. How would you
describe your general health over the past few months?”
Mr. Fahni : “I think it’s been declining. I get tired easily, and I haven’t been able to exercise as
much as I used to.”
Nurse Aisha : “Okay. I’ll perform a few assessments. Let me begin with an (1) ________ of your
hands and fingers.” (Clue: visual examination of the body)
(Performs assessment)
Nurse Aisha : “Alhamdulillaahirobbil’alamiin. I don’t notice any (2) ________, which is good—it
can be a sign of chronic oxygen problems. How’s your breathing when you’re
resting?” (Clue: condition of fingers due to low oxygen)
Mr. Fahni : “It’s okay when I’m resting, but any physical activity makes me short of breath.”

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