NUR 2180 QUIZ 2
- Lordosis
Answer
abnormal anterior curvature of the lumbar spine (sway-back condition)
- Kyphosis
Answer
excessive outward curvature of the spine, causing the hunching of the back.
- Scoliosis
Answer
abnormal lateral curvature of the spine
- Active ROM
Answer
Is movement initiated and completed by the patient without assistance
- Passive ROM
Answer
Range of Motion in which the resident is unable to assist with movement
- Muscle strength testing 1 / 2
Answer
The determination of the amount of force that a muscle can exert against resistance.
- What are the three layers of the skin?
Answer
epidermis, dermis, hypodermis
- Clubbing of nails
Answer
deformity of fingers and fingernails associated with underlying medical conditions or diseases that cause the finger tissue to increase and nails to curve downward
occurs with congenital cyanotic heart disease, lung cancer, and pulmonary dis- eases.
- Lesion danger signs
Answer
A-asymmetry
B-border irregularity, poorly defined margins C-color variation D-diameter >6mm (size of pencil eraser) E-elevation/evolution F-funny looking
- Psoriasis
Answer
chronic skin condition producing red lesions covered with silvery scales
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