Questions and Answers
Where is the radial pulse located?
The size of the blood pressure cuff is important for obtaining accurate readings.
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What are four situations in which you would not take a rectal temperature?
Patient has diarrhea, patient is newborn, patient has rectal surgery, patient is extremely uncomfortable.
Rapid, shallow breathing is called ____________________.
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Match the types of breathing with their definitions:
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Which of the following is NOT a character of the pulse?
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Stertorous respirations are characterized as rapid and shallow.
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What is the average pulse rate range for an adult female?
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Hypertension is defined as __________.
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What is the correct action when counting respirations?
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Match the pulse rates with the appropriate age group:
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Apnea refers to the absence of respiration.
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The blood pressure cuff should be applied __________ inches above the elbow.
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Which is the correct procedure when weighing a patient on a wheelchair scale?
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Body temperature normally varies 1 to 4 degrees during the course of the day.
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What scale should be used to weigh an ambulatory patient with good balance?
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Match the types of thermometers with their characteristics:
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Tachycardia is an unusually slow heart rate.
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What unit of measurement should Mrs. Seriya's 5 feet, 2 inches height be recorded in?
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When taking an axillary temperature, it is necessary to _____ the thermometer.
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What is the average oral Fahrenheit temperature?
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A rectal temperature is lower than an oral temperature.
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What color dot indicates a rectal thermometer?
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Body temperature is most accurate when measured in the ______.
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Which method would you select for taking the temperature of an unconscious patient?
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Match the pulse type with its description:
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Which method of taking a temperature is the least accurate?
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What temperature does a normal rectal Fahrenheit temperature typically register at?
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Study Notes
Body Temperature
- Average oral temperature is 98.6°F.
- Most accurate measurement site for temperature is the rectum.
- Rectal temperature is typically one degree higher than oral temperature.
- For an unconscious patient, the rectal method is selected for temperature measurement.
- Normal rectal temperature is 99.6°F, while normal axillary temperature is generally lower.
Pulse and Heart Rate
- Pulse measured by palpating an artery; reflects cardiovascular efficiency.
- Bradycardia refers to a slow pulse rate, while tachycardia indicates a fast pulse.
- Average pulse rates: infants 120-160 bpm; adult females 66-96 bpm; adult males 60-100 bpm.
- An apical pulse should be checked for one full minute, particularly in children and older patients.
Respiratory Rates
- Stertorous respirations describe snoring-like breathing sounds.
- Apnea is a condition of no respiration.
- Average respiratory rate for adults is 12-20 breaths per minute.
- When counting respirations, each inhalation and expiration are counted as one unit.
Blood Pressure Measurement
- Blood pressure is influenced by the force and rate of the heartbeat.
- Systolic pressure is the highest sound while measuring blood pressure, and hypertension is characterized as high blood pressure.
- Hypotension is defined as blood pressure below 100/60 mmHg.
- Blood pressure cuff should be applied about two inches above the elbow for accurate readings.
Height and Weight Measurement
- Height and weight are routinely measured upon patient admission for baseline data.
- When weighing an ambulatory patient, use an upright scale.
- Weight is recorded in pounds as "110 lb" for 110 pounds.
- Patient height is recorded as "5'2"" for 5 feet, 2 inches, and can be converted to inches for charting.
True/False Statements Summary
- Body temperature naturally fluctuates daily by 1 to 4 degrees.
- Children have less stable body temperature compared to adults.
- Axillary temperature is the least accurate along with not requiring gloves for groin temperature.
- Clean thermometers should be stored in a dry container; the ear canal should be straightened when using tympanic thermometers.
Completion and Short Answer
- Always apply lubricant to a rectal thermometer.
- Rapid, shallow breathing is termed tachypnea.
- Labored breathing is known as dyspnea.
- Biot's respirations feature cycles of dyspnea followed by apnea.
- Situations to avoid rectal temperature measurement include patients with anal injuries, certain heart conditions, severe diarrhea, or recent rectal surgery.
- To ensure accurate weight measurement, ensure a stable scale, have the patient void before weighing, and remove excess clothing or instruments.
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