#1
Which vital sign measures the number of breaths per minute?
Respiratory rate
ExplanationIndicator of breathing efficiency.
#2
What does BMI stand for in healthcare?
Body Mass Index
ExplanationMeasurement of body fat based on height and weight.
#3
What does the abbreviation 'CBC' stand for in healthcare?
Complete Blood Count
ExplanationAnalysis of blood components.
#4
Which imaging technique uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of structures inside the body?
Ultrasound
ExplanationNon-invasive imaging method.
#5
What is the purpose of a sphygmomanometer in healthcare?
To measure blood pressure
ExplanationDevice for blood pressure measurement.
#6
Which of the following is NOT a type of diabetes?
Type 3
ExplanationThere's no recognized 'Type 3' diabetes.
#7
What does the acronym 'CPR' stand for in healthcare?
Cardiovascular Pulmonary Resuscitation
ExplanationEmergency procedure to restore breathing and circulation.
#8
Which of the following is NOT a method to measure body temperature?
Brachial
ExplanationNot a standard method for temperature measurement.
#9
What is the normal range for blood pressure in adults?
120/80 mmHg
ExplanationHealthy blood pressure range.
#10
What is the primary purpose of the Apgar score in newborns?
To evaluate respiratory effort
ExplanationAssessment of newborn health at birth.
#11
Which of the following is NOT a component of a comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP)?
Cholesterol
ExplanationNot typically included in a CMP.
#12
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of a heart attack?
Excessive thirst
ExplanationNot a typical symptom of a heart attack.
#13
Which of the following is NOT a method to assess pain intensity?
Glasgow Coma Scale
ExplanationAssesses neurological status, not pain intensity.
#14
What is the purpose of a pulse oximeter?
To assess oxygen saturation in the blood
ExplanationNon-invasive measure of blood oxygen levels.
#15
Which of the following is NOT a component of the Glasgow Coma Scale?
Muscle Strength
ExplanationNot assessed in the Glasgow Coma Scale.
#16
What is the purpose of the Modified Rankin Scale?
To evaluate functional outcomes after stroke
ExplanationAssesses disability post-stroke.