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?

Bulb end first (A) 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?

To prevent breakage and contamination (D) Signup and view all the answers

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

Wash or disinfect hands (C) Signup and view all the answers

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

To prevent the spread of microorganisms (C) Signup and view all the answers

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

To save time and reduce effort (A) Signup and view all the answers

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

Wipe it with a dry cotton ball using a firm twisting motion from the stem to the bulb (A) Signup and view all the answers

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

To ensure accurate temperature readings (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

To conserve battery life for the next user (A) Signup and view all the answers

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

To prevent forgetting the reading (D) Signup and view all the answers

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

Turn on the thermometer to ensure it is functional (D) Signup and view all the answers

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

Under the tongue, to the right or left of the frenulum (A) Signup and view all the answers

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

Close their lips tightly (C) Signup and view all the answers

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

Client seated with forearm at a 90-degree angle, wrist extended, and palm down (C) Signup and view all the answers

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

While the fingertips are still in place after counting the pulse rate (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

On the client's radial artery at the wrist (B) Signup and view all the answers