Procedure and Rationale: Vital Signs Measurement
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What is the recommended concentration of alcohol for disinfecting the thermometer?

  • 50%
  • 90%
  • 70% (correct)
  • 100%

    • In which direction should you wipe the thermometer to minimize the spread of microorganisms?

  • From stem toward the bulb
  • In a circular motion
  • From bulb toward the stem (correct)
  • Horizontally

    • After cleaning, which part of the thermometer is considered less contaminated?

  • Neither, both are highly contaminated
  • The bulb (correct)
  • Both are equally contaminated
  • The stem

    • What is the recommended way to return the thermometer to its container after use?

    <p>Bulb end first</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to place all materials used in taking vital signs back into their container and discard them?

    <p>To prevent breakage and contamination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do after assuring the client of their health condition during an examination?

    <p>Wash or disinfect hands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of disinfecting hands before taking vital signs?

    <p>To prevent the spread of microorganisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to gather all equipment/articles beforehand?

    <p>To save time and reduce effort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct way to clean a thermometer after use?

    <p>Wipe it with a dry cotton ball using a firm twisting motion from the stem to the bulb</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to read the thermometer with the display/indicator part in an upward position?

    <p>To ensure accurate temperature readings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of turning off the thermometer after use?

    <p>To conserve battery life for the next user</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to record the temperature immediately after taking it?

    <p>To prevent forgetting the reading</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done before taking a person's body temperature?

    <p>Turn on the thermometer to ensure it is functional</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where should the thermometer bulb be placed to obtain an accurate body temperature reading?

    <p>Under the tongue, to the right or left of the frenulum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the client be instructed to do while taking their body temperature?

    <p>Close their lips tightly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which position should be used when taking a client's pulse rate?

    <p>Client seated with forearm at a 90-degree angle, wrist extended, and palm down</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the healthcare worker count a client's respiratory rate?

    <p>While the fingertips are still in place after counting the pulse rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where should the healthcare worker place their fingers to accurately measure a client's pulse rate?

    <p>On the client's radial artery at the wrist</p> Signup and view all the answers

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