While Examining the Lymph Nodes During Physical Assessment, the Nurse

question 1

Multiple Choice

While examining the lymph nodes during physical assessment, the nurse would be most concerned about

• A) a 2-cm nontender supraclavicular node.
• B) a 1-cm mobile and nontender axillary node.
• C) an inability to palpate any superficial lymph nodes.
• D) firm inguinal nodes in a patient with an infected foot.

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Definitions:

Forensic Anthropologists

Specialists who apply anthropological methods and techniques to assist in legal investigations, particularly in identifying human remains.

Skeletal Remains

The framework of bones left after other parts of the body have decayed away, often used in the context of archaeology and forensics.

Anthropological Ethics

The principles and guidelines that govern the conduct of researchers in the field of anthropology, emphasizing respect, consent, and non-harm towards study participants.

Ethnographic

Pertaining to the systematic study and documentation of peoples and cultures with respect to their histories, behaviors, and the significant differences among them.