Vital Signs Quiz

What are vital signs also called?

• Cardinal signs

• Health markers

• Primary indicators

• Essential metrics

Which of the following is NOT one of the five vital signs?

• Pulse rate

• Temperature

• Respirations

• Blood sugar

What is the normal oral temperature range in Celsius?

• 35.8°C to 37.3°C

• 34.0°C to 36.5°C

• 37.0°C to 39.0°C

• 36.0°C to 38.0°C

What is the purpose of a sphygmomanometer?

• To measure blood pressure

• To assess heart rate

• To check body temperature

• To evaluate respiratory rate

Which type of thermometer is commonly used for measuring body temperature?

• Stethoscope

• Barometer

• Sphygmomanometer

• Digital thermometer

What does the term 'bradycardia' refer to?

• Normal heart rate

• Low heart rate

• High heart rate

• Irregular heart rate

What is the normal pulse rate for adults?

• 120-140 BPM

• 100-120 BPM

• 60-100 BPM

• 40-60 BPM

What is the primary function of the pulse oximeter?

• To check body temperature

• To assess heart rate

• To estimate blood oxygen saturation

• To measure blood pressure

What does 'dyspnea' refer to?

• Difficulty in breathing

• Normal breathing

• Rapid breathing

• Slow breathing

What is the term for the pressure exerted by blood as it pulsates through the arteries?

• Peripheral resistance

• Cardiac output

• Blood pressure

• Blood volume