Emr Ch 8 Study Guide Graded A+

crackles {Ans: Abnormal lung sounds heard as small, popping, rattling, or bubbly sounds}L {Ans: When you obtain the SAMPLE history, the patient states that she drank a glass of water about 2 hours ago. You identify this as related to which of the following mnemonic?}Positioning yourself at the child's eye level {Ans: When obtaining a history from a child, which of the following is the most appropriate?}ascultation {Ans: Involves listening to the sounds within the body with a stethoscope}fainting {Ans: To answer questions #6-8, use the following scenario: You are called to the home of a couple in their 50's in response to a 9-1-1 call. Upon arrival, the wife states that her husband was mowing the lawn and "passed out." The patient is now alert and oriented, sitting on the porch step. He is pale and sweating profusely. The wife tells you that he has high blood pressure for which he takes medication. The patient denies any complaints of chest pain. When obtaining the SAMPLE history, you would identify which of the following as the chief complaint?}Both pupils are equal in size {Ans: You are examining the head of a patient. Which finding