Vital Signs and Measurements Quiz

Which of the following is considered a normal adult oral temperature?

• 96.0°F

• 97.0°F

• 98.6°F

• 100.4°F

What is the most accurate method for measuring core body temperature?

• Oral

• Axillary

• Rectal

• Tympanic

Which temperature site is considered the least accurate?

• Tympanic

• Axillary

• Oral

• Rectal

When measuring an oral temperature, the thermometer should be placed:

• Under the tongue, toward the side of the mouth

• Between the lips only

• In the center of the tongue

• Against the front teeth

The normal adult resting pulse rate is:

• 40–60 bpm

• 60–100 bpm

• 100–120 bpm

• 120–140 bpm

Which artery is most commonly used to measure pulse during vital signs?

• Radial artery

• Carotid artery

• Brachial artery

• Femoral artery

The pulse is a reflection of:

• The breathing rate

• The heartbeat felt through an artery

• The blood pressure in veins

• The oxygen level

A pulse below 60 bpm is known as:

• Bradycardia

• Tachycardia

• Hypertension

• Hypoxia

A pulse above 100 bpm is called:

• Bradycardia

• Tachycardia

• Arrhythmia

• Hyperpnea

When counting respirations, the medical assistant should:

• Observe chest movement without letting the patient know

• Ask the patient to breathe deeply

• Tell the patient to count along

• Measure while holding the breath