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What is a symptom in the context of a person's condition?
What is a symptom in the context of a person's condition?
- A subjective experience that can be difficult to quantify (correct)
- A medical instrument used to take vital signs
- A normal bodily function that is unaffected by a condition
- An objective finding that can be measured accurately
What is the normal heart rate range for a resting adult?
What is the normal heart rate range for a resting adult?
- Less than 50 bpm
- Between 100-120 bpm
- Between 60-100 bpm (correct)
- Greater than 120 bpm
What is the purpose of assessing heart rate during exercise?
What is the purpose of assessing heart rate during exercise?
- To determine oxygen saturation
- To monitor blood pressure
- To measure respiratory rate
- To guide exercise intensity (correct)
What type of instrument is used to measure heart rate and oxygen saturation?
What type of instrument is used to measure heart rate and oxygen saturation?
What is the formula to estimate maximum heart rate?
What is the formula to estimate maximum heart rate?
What is the recommended method for manual palpation of heart rate in adults?
What is the recommended method for manual palpation of heart rate in adults?
What is the usual breathing rate for an adult at rest?
What is the usual breathing rate for an adult at rest?
What is the normal core body temperature measured rectally?
What is the normal core body temperature measured rectally?
How is the respiratory rate typically measured?
How is the respiratory rate typically measured?
Which of the following factors can affect respiration?
Which of the following factors can affect respiration?
What is a normal respiratory rate for a neonate (ages 1-28 days)?
What is a normal respiratory rate for a neonate (ages 1-28 days)?
Why is it recommended to assess respiration without the patient's immediate awareness?
Why is it recommended to assess respiration without the patient's immediate awareness?
What is the primary purpose of taking vital signs in a physical therapy setting?
What is the primary purpose of taking vital signs in a physical therapy setting?
Which of the following vital signs is NOT one of the four primary measurements?
Which of the following vital signs is NOT one of the four primary measurements?
What is the normal oral temperature for an adult?
What is the normal oral temperature for an adult?
A patient's heart rate is 60 beats per minute. Which of the following is the GREATEST concern at this time?
A patient's heart rate is 60 beats per minute. Which of the following is the GREATEST concern at this time?
Why is it important to take vital signs before, during, and after treatment?
Why is it important to take vital signs before, during, and after treatment?
Which of the following is a reason to halt treatment and refer to an appropriate healthcare provider?
Which of the following is a reason to halt treatment and refer to an appropriate healthcare provider?
