30 Questions
During menopause, what can contribute to the development of hyperthermia?
Exercise and dehydration
Which of the following is NOT considered a vital sign?
Blood pressure
What is the body's response to infectious and inflammatory processes?
All of the above
What does temperature reflect?
Heat produced by the body
What can interfere with accurate oral measurement of body temperature?
Recent food or fluid intake
What does pulse measure?
Heart rate and rhythm
Which site is recommended for clients who are 4 years of age and older?
Oral
What is respiration?
The body's mechanism for exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide
Which site is more accurate than axillary for measuring temperature?
Rectal
When does systolic blood pressure occur?
During ventricular systole
When should rectal temperatures not be obtained?
All of the above
What does systolic blood pressure represent?
The maximum amount of pressure exerted on the arteries
What equipment is required for measuring tympanic or temporal arterial temperatures?
Device specifically for measuring temperature at that site
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a vital sign in the text?
Heart rate
Which site is NOT a core temperature measurement site?
Urinary bladder
Which method of heat loss occurs when the body is immersed in cold water?
Conduction
Which temperature range is considered acceptable for oral temperature?
36° to 38° C
Which age group has an average body temperature of 35° to 36.1° C?
Older adults
Which temperature measurement site is nearly 0.5° C higher than oral temperature?
Temporal
Which age group loses heat rapidly to the environment due to a large surface-to-mass ratio?
Newborns
Which factor can influence body temperature in women?
Hormonal changes
Which type of temperature measurement can disposable, single-use thermometers be used for?
Oral, axillary, and rectal
What is one benefit of using disposable, single-use thermometers?
They reduce the risk of cross-infection
Where can single-use thermometer strips or patches be applied?
Forehead or abdomen
How should the arm be positioned when using a thermometer?
Hold the arm down
What is the purpose of holding the arm down during temperature measurement?
To keep the thermometer in position
Which of the following is NOT a type of temperature measurement that can be taken with disposable, single-use thermometers?
Forehead
What is the main advantage of using single-use thermometer strips or patches?
They have an adhesive side
What is the purpose of using single-use thermometer strips or patches?
To measure temperature on the forehead or abdomen
What type of thermometers are recommended to reduce the risk of cross-infection?
Disposable, single-use thermometers
Test your knowledge on the causes and effects of fever and hyperthermia. Learn about the factors that contribute to increased body temperature and how the body responds to these conditions.
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