12 Questions
Where is the temporal vital sign taken?
On the side of the forehead near the temple
What is the medical term for listening to body sounds?
Auscultate
Which vital sign measures the pressure exerted on the arteries during the contraction phase of the heart?
Systolic Blood Pressure
Where is the radial vital sign taken?
Along the wrist on the lateral side
Where is the antecubital space located?
Inside the bend of the elbow
What is the medical instrument used to measure blood pressure?
Sphygmomanometer
Which of the following is NOT considered a vital sign?
Blood Pressure
Where is the popliteal pulse taken?
Behind the knee
What is the medical term for the pressure exerted on the arteries during the relaxation phase of the heart?
Diastolic Blood Pressure
Where is the brachial pulse taken?
On the upper arm
Which of the following is NOT a location for taking a vital sign?
Popliteal
What is the medical term for the pressure exerted on the arteries during the contraction phase of the heart?
Systolic Blood Pressure
Test your knowledge of vital signs assessment methods such as oral, axillary, tympanic, and temporal measurements. Learn about different indicators of events occurring within the body and terms like febrile, pulse, radial, and brachial.
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