Which Assessment Technique Does a Nurse Use to Assess the Inguinal

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which assessment technique does a nurse use to assess the inguinal region and femoral area of a male patient as he is standing and straining?

• A) Palpates the femoral artery
• B) Palpates the inguinal lymph nodes
• C) Observes for a bulge through the inguinal region
• D) Observes for discoloration of the inguinal ring

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Definitions:

Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal Axis

A complex set of interactions among the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and adrenal glands, regulating stress response.

Chronic Stress

A persistent state of stress that can lead to long-term health problems, including anxiety, depression, and cardiovascular disease.

General Adaptation Syndrome

A three-stage response (alarm, resistance, exhaustion) that the body goes through when exposed to chronic stress, as proposed by Hans Selye.

Primary Appraisal

The initial evaluation process where an individual assesses the significance of a stressor to determine its potential impact.