Which of the following is NOT considered one of the main vital signs?

• Blood Pressure

• Pulse

• Headache

• Respirations

This is the resting pressure in the arteries while the heart RELAXES

• Pulse

• Systolic Blood Pressure

• Diastolic Blood Pressure

• Blood Pressure

This is an increase in respiratory rate:

• Tachycardia

• Hypoventilation

• Hyperventilation

• Bradycardia

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NGSS.HS-LS1-3

What is the normal range for DIASTOLIC blood pressure?

• 70-100 mmHg

• 100-140 mmHg

• 20-60 mmHg

• 60-90 mmHg

What is the normal range for SYSTOLIC blood pressure?

• 40-60 mmHg

• 120-160 mmHg

• 100-140 mmHg

• 70-100 mmHg

What is the normal oral temperature of an adult?

• 98.6 degrees F

• 96.8 degrees F

• 94 degrees F

• 97.9 degrees F

What is the name of the temperature taken in the armpit?

• Tympanic

• Oral

• Rectal

• Axillary

This is the name of the pulse location taken at the WRIST

• Dorsalis Pedis

• Popliteal

• Brachial

• Radial

Which vital sign is being taken in the photo?

• Body temperature

• Blood Pressure

• Respiratory Rate

• Pulse Rate

When should you report changes in a resident condition to the nurse?

• Immediately

• During the end of shift report

• During the resident care conference

• At the end of your shift