Homeostasis and Adult Vital Signs Quiz

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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?

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?

99.0°F (correct)

97.5°F

98.6°F

98.0°F

What is the key difference between hypothermia and hyperthermia?

Hypothermia occurs when the body's core temperature drops too low, while hyperthermia results from excessive heat accumulation. Signup and view all the answers

When taking an oral temperature, how long should one wait after eating or drinking before obtaining an accurate reading?

30 minutes Signup and view all the answers

Where do you locate the radial pulse?

At the radial artery Signup and view all the answers

What is the medical term for difficulty breathing?

Dyspnea Signup and view all the answers

What does cyanosis indicate in a patient?

Low oxygen levels in the blood Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to be hypertensive?

Having high blood pressure Signup and view all the answers

What is the danger associated with hypertension?

Increased risk of stroke and heart attack Signup and view all the answers

What is the 5th vital sign?

Pulse oximetry Signup and view all the answers

Homeostasis and Adult Vital Signs Quiz

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Questions and Answers

What is the main purpose of homeostasis in the body?

If an adult has a respiratory rate of 20 breaths per minute, what is the normal range for their pulse?

Which of the following temperatures would be considered febrile?

What is the key difference between hypothermia and hyperthermia?

When taking an oral temperature, how long should one wait after eating or drinking before obtaining an accurate reading?

Where do you locate the radial pulse?

What is the medical term for difficulty breathing?

What does cyanosis indicate in a patient?

What does it mean to be hypertensive?

What is the danger associated with hypertension?

What is the 5th vital sign?

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