A Nurse Is Preparing to Perform a Physical Assessment on a Toddler

question 5

Multiple Choice

A nurse is preparing to perform a physical assessment on a toddler. Which approach should the nurse use for this child?

• A) Always proceed in a head-to-toe direction.
• B) Perform traumatic procedures first.
• C) Use minimal physical contact initially.
• D) Demonstrate use of equipment.

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Definitions:

Ergo Propter Hoc

Refers to the logical fallacy where it is assumed that because one thing follows another, the first thing caused the second.

Fallacy

An incorrect belief or mistaken reasoning often based on unsound argument.

Deregulated

Refers to the reduction or elimination of government power in a particular industry, usually to create more competition and increase efficiency.

Post Hoc

Post hoc, short for "post hoc ergo propter hoc," is a logical fallacy that assumes a cause-and-effect relationship simply because one event follows another.