37 Questions
What is the primary site of heat loss in the human body?
Skin
Which process involves the dissemination of heat by motion between areas of unequal density?
Convection
What term refers to a body temperature equal to or greater than 41 °C (106°F), which is considered an emergency?
Hyperpyrexia
What is the term for the upward displacement of the thermoregulatory set point in the hypothalamus, causing an increase in body temperature?
Fever
What factor does NOT affect body temperature?
State of health
What is the normal range for rectal temperature?
36.3 – 38.1 °C
What condition makes rectal temperature assessment contraindicated?
Low platelet count
Which nervous system decreases heart rate?
Parasympathetic Nervous System
What is the normal pulse rate range for adults?
60 – 100 bpm
Which factor should be considered during the insertion of a rectal thermometer?
Vagus nerve stimulation
Which vital sign involves the balance between heat produced and lost?
Temperature
What is the wave of blood traveling through arteries as a result of each heartbeat called?
Pulse
What is the non-invasive measurement of arterial oxyhemoglobin saturation called?
Oxygen saturation
Which vital sign provides the best indicators of cardiopulmonary arrest, unplanned ICU admission, and unexpected death?
Pulse
Why are vital signs important in identifying normal patterns for patients, changes in patient status, and responses to various therapies?
To identify patients at risk for deterioration and adverse events
What is the primary source of heat produced in the body?
Physical exertion
In which situations should a nurse assess vital signs?
When there is a change in the client's condition
What is the normal range for blood pressure in adults?
$120/80 mmHg to 140/90 mmHg$
What is the main function of the hypothalamus in relation to body temperature regulation?
Comparing messages received with a set point
What are some conditions that require assessment of vital signs?
Before and after ambulation or surgery
Which of the following factors may lead to an increased respiratory rate known as tachypnea?
Fever
What is the term used for the decreased respiratory rate that may occur in some pathologic conditions?
Bradycardia
In which condition does increased intracranial pressure (ICP) result in irregular or shallow breathing, or slow breathing, or both?
Increased ICP
What is the normal range of breaths per minute for adults?
12 - 20 breaths/min
Which of the following may cause an increase in rate and depth of respirations known as hyperventilation?
Pneumonia
What term describes difficulty breathing with shallow rapid respirations?
Dyspnea
What term refers to the difference between systolic and diastolic blood pressure?
Pulse pressure
Which hormone, when stimulated by decreased blood pressure and volume, causes vasoconstriction to increase blood pressure?
Vasopressin (antidiuretic hormone)
What determines both systolic and diastolic blood pressure?
Peripheral resistance
Which term describes no breaths, with brain damage and death occurring if it lasts more than 4-6 minutes?
Apnea
What is the term for an abnormally low blood pressure?
Hypotension
Which factor does NOT affect blood pressure?
Respiratory rate
What is the typical range for normal blood pressure according to the American Heart Association?
120/80
What is the term for an abnormally high blood pressure?
Hypertension
Which factor is NOT mentioned as affecting blood pressure?
Gender
What occurs when systolic blood pressure exceeds 130 mmHg or diastolic exceeds 80 mmHg?
Hypertension
What is the term for a drop of 20 – 30 mmHg in a person’s blood pressure?
Orthostatic hypotension
Test your knowledge on respiratory depth and rhythm assessment including terms like apnea, dyspnea, and orthopnea. Explore the variations in breathing patterns and their implications for health using Taylor, Lynn, & Bartlett's 10th edition reference.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
