#1
Which of the following is NOT considered a vital sign?
Body mass index
ExplanationVital signs are physiological measures, while BMI is a measure of body composition.
#2
Which of the following is NOT a component of the general survey assessment?
Body temperature
ExplanationWhile body temperature is important, it's not part of the general survey assessment.
#3
Which of the following is NOT a method for assessing pain intensity?
Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS)
ExplanationGCS assesses level of consciousness, not pain intensity.
#4
What is the normal range for adult human body temperature?
36.5-37.5°C (97.7-99.5°F)
ExplanationNormal body temperature typically falls within this range.
#5
Which artery is commonly used to measure blood pressure?
Brachial artery
ExplanationThe brachial artery is the primary site for blood pressure measurement.
#6
What does the term 'tachycardia' refer to?
Fast heart rate
ExplanationTachycardia is an abnormally fast heart rate.
#7
What is the proper technique for measuring respiratory rate?
Count breaths for 15 seconds and multiply by 4
ExplanationThis technique provides an estimate of breaths per minute.
#8
Which vital sign is typically measured using a pulse oximeter?
Oxygen saturation
ExplanationPulse oximeters measure oxygen saturation in the blood.
#9
What is the correct procedure for measuring pulse rate using the radial artery?
Place fingers over the wrist
ExplanationThe radial artery is located on the wrist; placing fingers there allows for pulse measurement.