6 Questions
What is the normal respiratory rate for adults?
12-20 breaths/min
What does the term 'apnea' refer to?
Breathing that stops
What is the upper range of normal adult blood pressure?
120 mmHg
Which part of the stethoscope is placed directly on the patient's chest?
Chest piece
Hypertension is defined as:
Increased blood pressure
What does 'MIP' stand for?
Maximum Inflation Point
Study Notes
Respiratory System
- Normal breathing rate: 12-20 breaths per minute
- Bradypnea: a slow breathing rate
- Tachypnea: a higher than normal breathing rate
- Apnea: a state of breathing that stops
- Pnea: refers to breath
Blood Pressure
- Normal adult blood pressure: 120 mmHg
- Systolic pressure: the peak artery pressure during heart contraction
- Diastolic pressure: the amount of pressure during heart rest
- Korotkoff Sound: the sound heard when taking blood pressure
Stethoscope Parts
- Earpiece: part of the stethoscope that fits into the ear
- Ear tube: connects the earpiece to the tubing
- Tubing: transmits sound from the chest piece to the earpiece
- Bell: a part of the chest piece that amplifies sound
- Stem: connects the bell and diaphragm
- Chest piece: the part of the stethoscope that is placed on the patient's chest
- Diaphragm: the middle part of the chest piece that detects vibrations
Sphygmomanometer Parts
- Pressure Gauge (Manometer): measures blood pressure
- Tubing: connects the pressure gauge to the pressure cuff
- Air Release Valve: allows for slow air release
- Pressure Cuff: inflates around the arm to constrict blood flow
- Inflation Bulb: used to inflate the pressure cuff
Blood Pressure Definitions
- MIP (Max Inflation Point): lost blood pressure plus 20
- EPS (Estimated Palpatory Systolic): estimated systolic blood pressure plus 20
- Hypertension: increased blood pressure
- Hypotension: decreased blood pressure
This quiz covers the basics of human physiology, including respiratory rates, blood pressure, and parts of a stethoscope.
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