Patient Care and Vital Signs Quiz
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Which method is most effective in managing patient communication?

  • Using technical jargon
  • Maintaining eye contact (correct)
  • Avoiding questions from the patient
  • Working in silence
  • What is the first action required when assisting an injured patient with their clothing?

  • Start with the uninjured side
  • Start by pulling clothes over the injured area
  • Remove clothing from the injured side first (correct)
  • Always begin dressing from the head
  • To minimize the risk of back strain while transferring a patient, what technique is recommended?

  • Hold the patient away and lift (correct)
  • Bend at the waist for easier access
  • Pull the patient towards you
  • Push the patient without support
  • In the context of patient temperature, what is true about axillary temperature compared to rectal temperature?

    <p>It is generally lower than rectal temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean if a patient is diaphoretic?

    <p>They exhibit pale, cool, clammy skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Multiple Choice Questions

    • Communication to Patients: Eye contact and overall readiness of the radiographic room communicate messages to the patient.

    • Injured Patient Assistance: When assisting an injured patient with dressing/undressing, remove clothing from the injured side first.

    • Back Strain Reduction: To reduce back strain during patient transfers, hold the patient away from your body and lift, bending at the waist.

    • Normal Adult Axillary Temperature: Normal adult axillary temperature is the same as rectal temperature.

    • Cardiac Cycle: Diastole is the period of relaxation of the heart.

    • Diaphoretic Patient: A diaphoretic patient has warm, moist skin.

    • Pulse Detection: A pulse can be detected at the wrist, neck or groin.

    • Average Respiration Rate: The average respiration rate for a normal adult is 16 to 20 breaths per minute.

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    This quiz covers essential concepts in patient care, including communication, temperature norms, and vital signs. Test your knowledge on assisting injured patients, understanding the cardiac cycle, and recognizing normal respiration rates. Perfect for healthcare professionals and students.

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