NSG 121 Health Assessment READINESS EXAM GUIDE Q & S 2025/2026

1. Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a primary
objective of an initial health assessment?
 A) Diagnosis of acute conditions
 B) Establishment of a baseline health status
 C) Identification of community health needs
 D) Allocation of healthcare resources
 Correct Answer: B) Establishment of a baseline health
status
 Rationale: The initial health assessment aims to establish
a baseline of an individual's health to guide future care.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: The process of listening to the sounds
produced by the body, typically with a stethoscope, is
known as __________.
 Correct Answer: Auscultation
 Rationale: Auscultation is a critical component of the
physical examination and is essential for assessing the
condition of the heart, lungs, and other body areas.
3. True/False: The Glasgow Coma Scale is used to assess
a patient's level of consciousness in cases of severe head
injury.
 Correct Answer: True
 Rationale: The Glasgow Coma Scale is a standardized
tool that helps healthcare professionals evaluate the
severity of a head injury by checking a patient's ability to
follow directions and move their eyes and limbs.
4. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the
following are components of the SOAP method of
documentation?