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What is the main purpose of homeostasis in the body?
What is the main purpose of homeostasis in the body?
- To induce fever in response to infection
- To cause the body to shiver in response to cold temperatures
- To regulate and maintain a stable internal environment (correct)
- To increase heart rate during stressful situations
If an adult has a respiratory rate of 20 breaths per minute, what is the normal range for their pulse?
If an adult has a respiratory rate of 20 breaths per minute, what is the normal range for their pulse?
- 30-50 beats per minute
- 180-220 beats per minute
- 60-100 beats per minute (correct)
- 120-160 beats per minute
Which of the following temperatures would be considered febrile?
Which of the following temperatures would be considered febrile?
- 99.0°F (correct)
- 97.5°F
- 98.6°F
- 98.0°F
What is the key difference between hypothermia and hyperthermia?
What is the key difference between hypothermia and hyperthermia?
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When taking an oral temperature, how long should one wait after eating or drinking before obtaining an accurate reading?
When taking an oral temperature, how long should one wait after eating or drinking before obtaining an accurate reading?
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Where do you locate the radial pulse?
Where do you locate the radial pulse?
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What is the medical term for difficulty breathing?
What is the medical term for difficulty breathing?
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What does cyanosis indicate in a patient?
What does cyanosis indicate in a patient?
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What does it mean to be hypertensive?
What does it mean to be hypertensive?
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What is the danger associated with hypertension?
What is the danger associated with hypertension?
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What is the 5th vital sign?
What is the 5th vital sign?
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