Posture and Vital Signs ( 64 Questions)

Front

What is body posture primarily a measure of?

Back

Mechanical efficiency of muscles, balance, and coordination

Front

What is considered a normal body temperature range in adults?

Back

97.8°F - 99.1°F

Front

Which patient position is correct for blood pressure measurement?

Back

Sitting with feet flat on floor and back supported

Front

How should clothing be managed during blood pressure measurement?

Back

Remove clothing covering the arm completely

Front

What happens if the blood pressure cuff is too small?

Back

The reading will be artificially elevated

Front

When measuring blood pressure, the systolic pressure is:

Back

The first clear sound you hear

Front

What does each large black mark on the blood pressure cuff dial represent?

Back

10 mmHg

Front

What is a correct procedure for estimating systolic pressure?

Back

Inflate cuff until radial pulse disappears

Front

For accurate blood pressure measurement, the patient's arm should be: Below heart level, At the same height as the heart, Above heart level, At any comfortable position

Back

At the same height as the heart

Front

Orthostatic hypotension

Back

Low blood pressure when standing upright