#1
Which vital sign measures the number of breaths per minute?
Respiratory rate
ExplanationRespiratory rate measures breaths per minute.
#2
What is the normal range for adult human blood pressure?
120/80 mmHg
ExplanationNormal adult human blood pressure is 120/80 mmHg.
#3
What is the normal range for adult human heart rate at rest?
60-100 beats per minute
ExplanationNormal adult human heart rate at rest is 60-100 beats per minute.
#4
What is the normal range for adult human respiratory rate at rest?
12-20 breaths per minute
ExplanationNormal adult human respiratory rate at rest is 12-20 breaths per minute.
#5
Which vital sign is a measure of the balance between heat production and heat loss in the body?
Temperature
ExplanationTemperature measures the balance of heat production and loss.
#6
Which device is commonly used to measure temperature non-invasively?
Thermometer
ExplanationThermometer is commonly used for non-invasive temperature measurement.
#7
What is the medical term for a high body temperature?
Hyperthermia
ExplanationHyperthermia refers to high body temperature.
#8
Which vital sign indicates the force of blood against arterial walls?
Blood pressure
ExplanationBlood pressure indicates the force of blood against arterial walls.
#9
Which vital sign provides information about oxygen levels in the blood?
Pulse oximetry
ExplanationPulse oximetry provides information about blood oxygen levels.
#10
What is the medical term for a low body temperature?
Hypothermia
ExplanationHypothermia refers to low body temperature.
#11
Which vital sign measures the force of blood against arterial walls when the heart is at rest?
Diastolic blood pressure
ExplanationDiastolic blood pressure measures blood force when the heart is at rest.
#12
What is the term for an irregular heart rhythm?
Arrhythmia
ExplanationArrhythmia refers to irregular heart rhythm.
#13
Which vital sign is often measured first in a clinical assessment?
Temperature
ExplanationTemperature is often the first vital sign measured in clinical assessment.
#14
Which vital sign is often considered a 'fifth' vital sign in addition to the traditional four?
Pulse oximetry
ExplanationPulse oximetry is often considered a 'fifth' vital sign.