15 Questions
What does the pulse rate measure?
The number of times the heart beats per minute
What does a pulse rate of 40 beats per minute in athletes indicate?
They are experiencing no problems
Why should the thumb not be used to measure the pulse rate?
Because it has its own pulse
What does the strength of the pulse indicate?
The force at which the heart is pumping blood
In general, who tends to have faster heart rates?
Females ages 12 and older
What provides evidence regarding the presence of life, ability to survive, course, and prognosis of disease?
Vital Signs
Where is the diaphragm of the stethoscope placed to measure the heart rate?
Over the apex beat
What is considered a normal heart rate?
Between 60 and 100 bpm
How should respiratory rate be counted?
Pretend to count the pulse rate while actually counting the respiratory rate
What is the normal range for respiratory rate per minute?
Between 16 and 20 cycles/min
Which location yields a temperature reading higher than oral temperature by 0.8°C?
Tympanic membrane
What is considered a low grade fever in terms of temperature?
> 37.5 °C to 38.5 °C
Which method of taking temperature is prohibited due to the risk of breakage?
Glass thermometer
How should the thermometer be inserted for an oral temperature reading?
Under the tongue with instructions to close the lips
Which condition results from the body's failure to lose heat and can be seen in heat stroke or adverse drug reactions?
Hyperthermia
Test your knowledge of vital signs, including pulse rate, cardiac rate, respiratory rate, body temperature, height, weight, and blood pressure. Explore the significance of vital signs in providing evidence of life, disease prognosis, and guiding further assessment and management.
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