Homeostasis and Adult Vital Signs Quiz
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What vital sign is used to measure the force of blood against the artery walls?

  • Respiratory rate
  • Pulse (correct)
  • Oxygen saturation
  • Temperature
  • At what temperature or higher is considered febrile?

  • 100.4 F (correct)
  • 98.6 F
  • 97.1 F
  • 99.9 F
  • Where is the most accurate place to take a temperature?

  • Oral cavity
  • Armpit (axillary)
  • Ear
  • Rectum (correct)
  • What is the difference between hypothermia and hyperthermia?

    <p>Hypothermia is low body temperature, hyperthermia is high body temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What vital sign indicates the percentage of hemoglobin that is saturated with oxygen?

    <p>Oxygen saturation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does cyanosis in a patient typically indicate?

    <p>Low oxygen levels in the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

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