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WorksheetsCET Chapter 2 Practice Test 1
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
Vital signs include
Blood pressure measurement
Indication of patient’s mental status
List of patient’s symptoms
Notation of whether the patient is pale or flushed
An oral temperature reading of 37°C is considered
Normal
Low
Slightly elevated
High
What is the most important way to prevent the spread of pathogens?
Using antibacterial wipes on all surfaces
Washing hands
Wearing gloves
Refusing to care for patients who appear to be sick
An N95 respirator
Filters out 95% of room air
Filters out 95% of airborne biological particles
Filters out 95% of nonoxygen air components
Covers 95% of a healthcare worker’s face
Which regulation requires employers to protect healthcare workers from exposure to bloodborne hazards?
HIPAA
Standard Precautions
MRSA
Bloodborne Pathogens Standard
Where is a tympanic thermometer used?
In the mouth
Across the forehead
Under the arm
In the ear
Excessive sweating is called
Cyanosis
Flushing
Pallor
Diaphoresis
Skin that is (a) and clammy may accompany diaphoresis.
When a stethoscope is used to listen to the heartbeat it is called
Palpation
Auscultation
Oscillation
Interpretation
Breathing that requires visible effort regardless of body position can be called
Labored breathing
Apnea
Orthopnea
Struggle breathing
Blood pressure is measured in (a) .
A systolic reading of 140 mm Hg is considered
Ideal
High
Low
Borderline
Pulse and respiratory rates ______ as children age and blood pressure ______ as children age.
(a)
Which of the following is a normal pulse oximetry reading for a pediatric patient?
98%
93%
88%
80%
A patient’s head is elevated (a) degrees in Fowler’s position.
