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Chapter 11 Vital Sign Test

Total questions: 35

Worksheet time: 21mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
Obtaining an accurate weight measurement is essential because a patient’s weight is often used to calculate medication dosages.
a)
True
b)
False
2.
What is a normal heart rate for an adult
a)
50-90
b)
60-100
c)
70-90
d)
80
3.
Jan is a cross country runner when you took her heart rate it was 52bpm. Is this concerning
a)
Yes
b)
No
4.
Why could Jan's heart rate be low
a)
She had caffeine this morning
b)
she is an athlete as long as she is asymptomatic
c)
She should see a cardiologist ASAP
d)
She is sleeping
5.
The ______________ reading is the blood vessels at rest
a)
systolic
b)
diastolic
6.
You should ask patients to walk around the room or do other light exercise for a few minutes before taking their blood pressure.
a)
True
b)
False
7.
Diets that are high in salt and fat may lead to low blood pressure.
a)
True
b)
False
8.
A normal oxygen saturation reading is 95 percent to 100 percent oxygen in the blood.
a)
True
b)
False
9.

What would be the systolic number?

(a)  

10.
Maria is experiencing shortness of breath during track practice. Her vital signs show: respiratory rate 32 breaths per minute, pulse 140 beats per minute, and she appears anxious. What should be assessed first?
a)
Her previous medical history
b)
Her oxygen saturation
c)
Her blood pressure
d)
Her temperature
11.
A student presents with the following vital signs: Blood pressure 150/95, pulse 88, respiratory rate 16. Which of these is the most concerning?
a)
The respiratory rate
b)
The pulse rate
c)
The blood pressure
d)
All vital signs are normal
12.
Sara is in the clinic for feeling like her heart is skipping. When you feel her pulse you feel occasional pauses. How long should you take her pulse
a)
15 sec
b)
30 sec
c)
45 sec
d)
60 sec
13.
When taking a blood pressure what is correct
a)
have the person lay on their side and take it on the arm that is highest
b)
make sure their legs are crossed
c)
take the blood pressure at the level of the heart
d)
take the blood pressure feeling their pulse
14.
For accuracy the blood pressure cuff should
a)
fit 1/2 of the upper arm
b)
fit 2/3rd in length of the upper arm
c)
fit 2/3rd of the lower arm
d)
fit most of the upper arm
15.
Mark came in from temperatures of 12 degrees. His initial temperature was 96.4 what should you do
a)
That is normal so nothing
b)
it could be due to the cold. Wait 5 min and retake
c)
he might have had coffee to drink
d)
he might have an infection
16.

What is the ideal position for a patient when measuring blood pressure?

a)

Sitting with feet flat on the floor

b)

Lying down with legs elevated

c)

Standing with arms at the sides

d)

Sitting with legs crossed

17.

Which of the following is a potential consequence of untreated high blood pressure?

a)

Increased risk of heart disease

b)

Enhanced mental clarity

c)

Improved athletic performance

d)

Lower risk of stroke

18.

What is the primary purpose of measuring a patient's respiratory rate?

a)

To measure oxygen saturation

b)

To assess lung function

c)

To determine blood pressure

d)

To evaluate heart health

19.

What is the recommended frequency for checking blood pressure in individuals with hypertension?

a)

Twice a day

b)

Once a week

c)

Once a month

d)

Once a year

20.

A patient with a blood pressure reading of 180/120 mmHg is considered to be in a hypertensive crisis.

a)

True

b)

False

21.

Which lifestyle change is most effective in reducing high blood pressure?

a)

Increasing salt intake

b)

Regular physical activity

c)

Consuming more caffeine

d)

Reducing water intake

22.

the following are routes to take a temperature EXCEPT ...

a)

oral

b)

temporal

c)

axillary

d)

femoral

23.

When taking someone's temperature, be sure to

a)

wash your hands with soap & water before starting

b)

make sure the patient hasn't had food/drink for at least 5 minutes

c)

place the thermometer under the patient's tongue

d)

have the patient keep their mouth closed (with the thermometer) for at least 3 minutes.

24.

The most accurate mode of taking temperature is...

a)

oral

b)

axillary

c)

rectal

d)

tympanic

25.

What is the range for breaths per minute?

a)

12-20

b)

10-20

c)

10-15

d)

5-10

26.

Afebrile means:

a)

with a fever

b)

without a fever

27.

If you took a radial pulse for 30 seconds and counted a total of 40 beats, what would the pulse be?

a)

40 beats per minute

b)

60 beats per minute

c)

80 beats per minute

d)

120 beats per minute

28.

What is the normal range for adult blood pressure?

a)

120/80 mmHg to 160/100 mmHg

b)

100/70 mmHg to 140/90 mmHg

c)

80/50 mmHg to 110/70 mmHg

d)

90/60 mmHg to 120/80 mmHg

29.

Which of the following is a common symptom of low blood pressure?

a)

Increased appetite

b)

Fever

c)

Headache

d)

Dizziness

30.

What is the most common cause of a rapid heart rate in a healthy adult?

a)

Dehydration

b)

Lack of sleep

c)

All of the above

d)

Excessive caffeine intake

31.

Which of the following is NOT a recommended method for measuring heart rate?

a)

Using a pulse oximeter

b)

Using a blood pressure cuff

c)

Using a heart rate monitor

d)

Using a stethoscope

32.

A patient reports feeling dizzy and lightheaded. Which vital sign should be checked first?

a)

Blood pressure

b)

Heart rate

c)

Respiratory rate

d)

Oxygen saturation

33.

Which of the following is a common method for measuring body temperature?

a)

Using a pulse oximeter

b)

Using a stethoscope

c)

Using a blood pressure cuff

d)

Using a thermometer

34.

What is the primary reason for monitoring a patient's oxygen saturation?

a)

To determine heart rate

b)

To measure body temperature

c)

To assess lung function

d)

To evaluate blood pressure

35.

Which of the following is a potential effect of dehydration on vital signs?

a)

Decreased heart rate

b)

Increased blood pressure

c)

Increased respiratory rate

d)

Decreased oxygen saturation

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