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What does a special thermometer measure to determine the body's core temperature?

  • The temperature of the chest
  • The temperature of the eardrum (correct)
  • The temperature of the skin on the forehead
  • The temperature of the internal organs

    • What is the definition of hypothermia?

  • A fever indicated by a rise in body temperature of one degree or more
  • A rise in body temperature above 100 degrees Fahrenheit
  • A drop in body temperature below 95 degrees Fahrenheit (correct)
  • A drop in body temperature below 90 degrees Fahrenheit

    • What is the normal pulse rate range for healthy adults?

  • 50 to 80 beats per minute
  • 60 to 100 beats per minute (correct)
  • 40 to 60 beats per minute
  • 80 to 120 beats per minute

    • What is the purpose of checking a person's pulse?

    <p>To measure the heart rate and other characteristics of the pulse (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal respiration rate range for an adult person at rest?

    <p>12 to 16 breaths per minute (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the two numbers recorded when measuring blood pressure represent?

    <p>The systolic pressure and the diastolic pressure (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered normal blood pressure according to the guidelines mentioned in the text?

    <p>Less than 120 mm Hg systolic and less than 80 mm Hg diastolic (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of resting for 3-5 minutes before measuring blood pressure?

    <p>To allow the blood pressure to stabilize (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the blood pressure cuff be positioned on the arm?

    <p>Smoothly and snugly around the upper arm (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of inflating the sphygmomanometer until no distal pulse can be felt?

    <p>To measure the blood pressure (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in measuring blood pressure using a stethoscope?

    <p>Placing the stethoscope over the medial border of the biceps (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of physical examination according to the text?

    <p>The process by which the physician investigates the body of a patient for signs of disease (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the components of physical examination mentioned in the text?

    <p>Measurement of oxygen saturation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of a startled expression in a patient according to the text?

    <p>It indicates hyperthyroidism (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of a 'waddling gait' according to the text?

    <p>It indicates proximal myopathy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of 'Koilonychia' (spoon-shaped nails) according to the text?

    <p>It indicates iron deficiency anemia (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of palpating the thyroid gland during a physical examination?

    <p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'fetor hepaticus' refer to according to the text?

    <p>A stale or mousy smell in liver failure (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a potential cause of hoarseness of voice according to the text?

    <p>Rheumatoid arthritis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of jaundice mentioned in the text?

    <p>Renal jaundice (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the four main vital signs routinely monitored?

    <p>Body weight (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical range for normal body temperature in a healthy adult?

    <p>97.8-99 degrees F (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following methods is NOT mentioned for taking a person's body temperature?

    <p>Using a temporal artery scanner (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about rectal temperatures is true?

    <p>Rectal temperatures are typically higher than oral temperatures by 0.5 degrees C. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors can affect a person's normal body temperature?

    <p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about axillary temperatures is true?

    <p>Axillary temperatures are typically lower than oral temperatures by 0.5 degrees C. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can vital signs be measured, according to the text?

    <p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following temperature scales is NOT mentioned in the text?

    <p>Kelvin (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors does NOT affect normal body temperature?

    <p>Altitude (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about taking oral temperatures is true?

    <p>Oral temperatures can be taken using either a glass thermometer or a digital thermometer. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is characterized by blue coloration of lips or extremities?

    <p>Cyanosis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cyanosis is seen in the lips and tongue?

    <p>Central cyanosis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cardinal sign of edema on examination?

    <p>Pitting of the skin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disease is associated with clubbing of nails?

    <p>Bronchiolitis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What criterion confirms clubbing?

    <p>Increased nail curvature (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of diseases can you observe generalized edema?

    <p>Cardiac diseases (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does peripheral cyanosis refer to?

    <p>'Cold hands' condition (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most likely cause of central cyanosis?

    <p>'Arterial hypoxemia' (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medical condition involves swelling of tissues due to increased interstitial fluid?

    <p>Edema (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of disease can lead to clubbing of nails?

    <p>Lung disease (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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