18 Questions
What is the term used to describe the enlargement of the thyroid?
Thyroid
What is the reason for the development of goitre?
Deficiency of iodine
What is the term for an abnormal heart rate?
Tachycardia
Where would the nurse take the client's temperature in this situation?
Axillary
What is the method used to assess the client's temperature in an alert client with dehydration?
Axillary
What is the primary reason for providing frequent mouth care to an unconscious client?
Maintaining oral hygiene
What is the element needed for thyroxin production?
Iodine
What is the normal serum potassium level in meq/L?
3.5 to 5
What is the term for an abnormal body temperature?
Hyperpyrexia
In which situation would the nurse wear gloves?
Providing oral hygiene
What is the primary purpose of taking a client's vital signs?
To assess the client's overall health status
What phase of the nursing process is the nurse implementing when taking a client's vital signs?
Assessment
What is the part of the body responsible for thyroxin production?
Thyroid gland
What is the suitable site to check the pulse in a newborn?
Apical
What is the right route to check the temperature in children?
Rectal method
What is the compression to ventilation ratio in CPR for a single rescuer?
5:2
What is the preferred site for giving IM injection to an infant?
Vastus lateralis
What is the functional unit of the respiratory system?
Lung
Test your knowledge of nursing skills and terminology with this quiz, covering topics such as vital signs, patient care, and safety precautions. Answer questions about pulse rates, respiratory health, and more.
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