Exam 14: Head, Neck, and Related Lymphatics

The nurse is preparing to assess an adult client. The focus of the exam will be on the head and neck. Which statement by the nurse is appropriate when preparing the client for the thyroid examination?

The nurse is assessing a client who reports the occurrence of sudden, intermittent headaches for the past several months. The client states that the headaches come after seeing flashes of lights and experiencing nausea. Based on this data, which diagnosis does the nurse anticipate for this client?

During a focused interview of a client, the nurse learns about an open lesion on the client's head that has not healed in several months. Which conclusion is appropriate for the nurse to make based on this data?

A client complains of daily headaches. Which items will the nurse include in the focused interview for this client to learn more about the client's headaches?

The nurse is preparing an educational seminar about Healthy People 2020. Which topics will the nurse include in the educational seminar?

The nurse is performing an assessment of the client's head and neck. The client requests information about the assessment of her lymph nodes. Which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?

The client presents with unilateral facial paralysis and the nurse suspects Bell's palsy. After client teaching, which client statement would indicate the need for further education?

The nurse is assessing a newborn and notes an enlarged head with prominent scalp veins visible. Based on this data, which diagnosis does the nurse suspect?

The nurse is assessing an infant diagnosed with Down syndrome. During the physical assessment, which data does the nurse anticipate?

The nurse is assessing the client's neck. Which finding is considered an abnormality?

The nurse is palpating an adult client's neck and does not note any palpable lymph nodes. Which conclusion by the nurse is appropriate based on this data?

The nurse is performing a physical examination on a 2-day-old newborn and notes flattened areas on each side of the head. The mother expresses concern about the infant's appearance. Which response by the nurse is appropriate?

The client has an enlarged lymph node in front of the right ear. Which phrase will the nurse use to document this finding in the medical record?

The nurse assesses the client's temporomandibular joint after the client's states chronic pain in this location. Which manifestations would the nurse anticipate as a result of this chronic pain?