Vital Signs and Their Assessment 1

Which of the following is NOT considered a vital sign?

• Blood Sugar

• Pulse

• Temperature

• Blood Pressure

When should vital signs be assessed during a blood transfusion?

• Only during the transfusion

• Before, during, and after the transfusion

• Only after the transfusion

• Only before the transfusion

What is the term for the production of heat in the body?

• Thermoregulation

• Diaphoresis

• Thermogenesis

• Metabolism

Which of the following conditions would NOT warrant withholding delegation of vital sign measurement?

• Change in level of consciousness

• Stable postoperative condition

• Suspected heart attack

• Uncontrolled bleeding

What is the primary responsibility of a nurse regarding vital signs?

• Recording vital signs

• Ignoring abnormal vital signs

• Analyzing and responding to vital signs

• Delegating the task to others

What is the term for visible sweat production on the skin?

• Evaporation

• Perspiration

• Diaphoresis

• Thermogenesis

How often should vital signs be checked when a patient's condition is unstable?

• Every 2 hours

• Every hour

• Every 5 to 15 minutes

• Every 30 minutes

Which of the following is a factor affecting body temperature?

• Blood pressure

• Pulse rate

• Metabolism

• Oxygen saturation

What should be done if vital signs are significantly different from the last assessment?

• Delegate the task

• Wait until the next scheduled assessment

• Reassess the vital signs

• Ignore the changes

Which of the following is NOT a reason to avoid delegating vital sign measurement?

• After IV medication administration

• When the patient is stable

• When the patient has pale, cold, and clammy skin

• Suspected stroke