Physical examination

Physical examination ( 8 Questions)

A nurse is assessing a 5-year-old child's lymph nodes. Which area should the nurse include in the examination?


Correct Answer: C

A. Incorrect. Assessing only axillary nodes would miss important areas for lymph node examination in a child.

B. Incorrect. Assessing only inguinal nodes would miss important areas for lymph node examination in a child.

C. Correct. When assessing lymph nodes in a child, it's important to include the cervical (neck), axillary (armpits), and inguinal (groin) nodes in the examination.

D. Incorrect. Popliteal nodes are not typically assessed in a routine pediatric examination.




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