Vital Signs Flashcards & Quiz - Chapter 37 Insights

Questions and Answers

What is the Fahrenheit temperature scale based on?

Boiling point of water

Freezing point of water

Healthy adult's temperature of 98.6 degrees (correct)

Absolute zero

What does hypotension refer to?

Low blood pressure

What indicates fluid in the lungs?

Rales

What is diastolic pressure?

A measure of blood pressure taken when the heart relaxes Signup and view all the answers

What does febrile mean?

Having a body temperature above normal range Signup and view all the answers

What is systolic pressure?

A measure of blood pressure taken when the left ventricle contracts Signup and view all the answers

What instrument amplifies body sounds?

Stethoscope Signup and view all the answers

What is dyspnea?

Difficult or painful breathing Signup and view all the answers

What does hypertension refer to?

High blood pressure Signup and view all the answers

Where is the apical pulse found?

At the lowest corner of the heart Signup and view all the answers

What is hyperpnea?

Deep, rapid breathing Signup and view all the answers

What does calibrate mean?

To make sure an instrument is measuring correctly Signup and view all the answers

What is the antecubital space?

The bend of the elbow Signup and view all the answers

What does apex refer to in a medical context?

The lower left corner of the heart, where the strongest heart sounds can be heard Signup and view all the answers

What does afebrile mean?

Having a body temperature within normal range Signup and view all the answers

What is hyperpyrexia?

An exceptionally high fever Signup and view all the answers

What describe Cheyne-Stokes respirations?

A breathing pattern that includes shallow and deep breaths and apnea Signup and view all the answers

What is a temporal scanner used for?

To measure the temperature on the forehead Signup and view all the answers

What is bradycardia?

A slow heart rate of fewer than 60 bpm Signup and view all the answers

What is tachycardia?

A fast heart rate of more than 100 bpm Signup and view all the answers

What does tympanic temperature refer to?

A temperature that is taken in the ear canal (tympanic membrane) Signup and view all the answers

Match the following pulse sites with their locations:

Popliteal = Behind the knee Radial = Wrist Femoral = Between femur and pelvis Carotid = Side of the neck Posterior Tibial = Top of the heel Brachial = In the antecubital space Dorsalis Pedis = On top of the foot Temporal = Side of the head Signup and view all the answers

What is another name for the blood pressure cuff?

Sphygmomanometer Signup and view all the answers

Match the temperature sites with their locations:

Axillary = Armpit Oral = Mouth Rectal = Rectum Aural/Tympanic = Ear Temporal = Across the forehead Signup and view all the answers

What is auscultated blood pressure?

Determined by listening Signup and view all the answers

The five vital signs include _____, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, and pain.

Temperature Signup and view all the answers

Match the parts of the stethoscope:

Inflatable Cuff = Used to create pressure Pressure Bulb = Used to inflate the cuff Manometer = Used to measure pressure Signup and view all the answers

To ensure the tympanic temperature is accurate, pull the ear back and ____.

Up Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vital Signs and Measurements

Fahrenheit: Temperature scale where a normal adult body temperature is 98.6°F.
Hypotension: Refers to low blood pressure, indicating insufficient blood flow to organs.
Rales: Crackling sounds in the lungs, indicative of fluid accumulation, often associated with respiratory issues.
Diastolic Pressure: Measures blood pressure when the heart is relaxed between beats, reflecting resting state.
Febrile: Condition marked by a body temperature exceeding the normal range, often indicating infection.
Systolic Pressure: Blood pressure measurement when the left ventricle contracts, representing the peak force during heartbeats.
Stethoscope: An instrument designed to amplify sounds within the body, primarily for listening to heart and lung sounds.
Dyspnea: Refers to difficulty or discomfort in breathing, which can indicate various health conditions.
Hypertension: Defined as high blood pressure, potentially leading to severe cardiovascular issues and organ damage.
Apical Pulse: Pulse measured at the apex of the heart, often providing accurate heart rate readings.
Hyperpnea: Characterized by deep and rapid breathing, which may occur during exercise or metabolic conditions.
Calibrate: The process of adjusting an instrument to ensure accurate measurements.
Antecubital Space: The area at the bend of the elbow, commonly used for blood pressure readings and venipuncture.
Apex of the Heart: The lower left corner of the heart where the strongest heart sounds can be auscultated.
Afebrile: Indicates a body temperature within the normal range, signifying absence of fever.
Hyperpyrexia: Refers to an extremely high fever, often above 106°F, requiring immediate medical attention.
Cheyne-Stokes Respirations: A distinctive pattern of breathing that includes cycles of deep, shallow breaths followed by periods of apnea.
Temporal Scanner: A device for measuring body temperature at the forehead, providing quick and non-invasive readings.
Bradycardia: A slow heart rate defined as less than 60 beats per minute, may indicate cardiac issues.
Tachycardia: Fast heart rate exceeding 100 beats per minute, potentially signaling stress, pain, or an underlying condition.
Tympanic Temperature: Temperature measured in the ear canal by assessing the tympanic membrane.

Pulse and Temperature Sites

Pulse Sites:
- Popliteal: Behind the knee
- Radial: Wrist area
- Femoral: Between the femur and pelvis
- Carotid: Side of the neck
- Posterior Tibial: Top of the heel
- Brachial: In the antecubital space
- Dorsalis Pedis: On the top of the foot
- Temporal: Side of the head
Temperature Sites:
- Axillary: Armpit
- Oral: Mouth
- Rectal: Rectum
- Aural/Tympanic: Ear
- Temporal: Across the forehead

Additional Concepts

Sphygmomanometer: Alternative name for a blood pressure cuff used to measure arterial blood pressure.
Auscultated Blood Pressure: Blood pressure determined by listening to the heartbeat through a stethoscope.
Five Vital Signs: The key indicators of health include temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, and pain assessment.
Parts of the Stethoscope:
- Inflatable cuff for blood pressure measurement.
- Pressure bulb used to inflate the cuff.
- Manometer for displaying the pressure reading.
Accurate Tympanic Temperature Measurement: Requires pulling the ear back and up to ensure accurate reading.

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Test your knowledge with flashcards from Chapter 37 focusing on vital signs and measurements. This quiz covers important terms like Fahrenheit, hypotension, and rales. Perfect for students in health sciences or nursing courses to reinforce their vocabulary.

Chapter 37 - Vital Signs Flashcards