What Should the Nurse Begin by Assessing When Performing a Head-To-Toe

question 41

Multiple Choice

What should the nurse begin by assessing when performing a head-to-toe assessment?

• A)Support system
• B)Skin integrity
• C)Pain level
• D)Neurologic status

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Definitions:

Phantom Pain

A phenomenon where an individual experiences sensations of pain in a limb or part of the body that has been amputated or is no longer present.

Amputated

The surgical removal of a limb, part of a limb, or other body part.

Visible Wavelengths

The portion of the electromagnetic spectrum that is visible to the human eye, typically ranging from about 380 to 750 nanometers.

Moisture

The presence of a liquid, especially water, often in trace amounts.