Arterial Line and Monitoring Quiz

What is the primary purpose of an arterial line?

• To administer medications

• To monitor intra-arterial blood pressure

• To provide intravenous fluids

• To measure non-invasive blood pressure

What is the normal range for systolic blood pressure (SBP)?

• 70-105 mmHg

• 90-140 mmHg

• 60-90 mmHg

• 100-160 mmHg

Which of the following is a common indication for arterial line placement?

• Continuous respiratory rate monitoring

• Continuous temperature monitoring

• Continuous blood pressure monitoring

• Continuous heart rate monitoring

What does a pulse oximeter measure?

• Respiratory rate

• Heart rate

• Arterial oxygen saturation

• Blood pressure

What is the definition of tachypnoea?

• Abnormally slow respiratory rate

• Normal respiratory rate

• Abnormally quick respiratory rate

• Difficulty breathing

What is the normal range for diastolic blood pressure (DBP)?

• 60-90 mmHg

• 70-105 mmHg

• 80-120 mmHg

• 90-140 mmHg

What is the purpose of a bedside monitor?

• To perform surgeries

• To administer medications

• To measure major body functions

• To provide entertainment for patients

What is the typical heart rate range considered normal?

• 60-100 bpm

• 40-60 bpm

• 120-140 bpm

• 100-120 bpm

What does an electrocardiogram (ECG) monitor track?

• Blood pressure

• Oxygen saturation

• Electrical activity of the heart

• Respiratory rate

What is the role of a laryngoscope?

• To measure blood pressure

• To visualize vocal cords for intubation

• To administer oxygen

• To monitor heart rate