CET Chapter 2 Practice Test 1

Front

Vital signs include: Blood pressure measurement, Indication of patient’s mental status, List of patient’s symptoms, Notation of whether the patient is pale or flushed.

Back

Blood pressure measurement

Front

An oral temperature reading of 37°C is considered

Back

Normal

Front

What is the most important way to prevent the spread of pathogens?

Back

Washing hands

Front

An N95 respirator

Back

Filters out 95% of airborne biological particles

Front

Which regulation requires employers to protect healthcare workers from exposure to bloodborne hazards?

Back

Bloodborne Pathogens Standard

Front

Where is a tympanic thermometer used?

Back

In the ear

Front

Excessive sweating is called

Back

Diaphoresis

Front

Skin that is __________ and clammy may accompany diaphoresis.

Back

Cool

Front

When a stethoscope is used to listen to the heartbeat it is called

Back

Auscultation

Front

Breathing that requires visible effort regardless of body position can be called

Back

Labored breathing