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Vital Signs and Basic Health Assessment Quiz

#1

Which of the following vital signs measures the number of breaths per minute?

Respiratory rate
Explanation

Respiratory rate measures the number of breaths a person takes in one minute.

#2

What is the normal range for adult human body temperature in degrees Celsius?

36.5°C to 37.5°C
Explanation

The normal range for adult human body temperature is 36.5°C to 37.5°C.

#3

Which of the following is not a method used to measure body temperature?

Dermal
Explanation

Dermal is not a method used to measure body temperature.

#4

What does the acronym 'BP' stand for in healthcare?

Blood Pressure
Explanation

In healthcare, 'BP' stands for Blood Pressure.

#5

Which of the following is considered a high respiratory rate in adults?

26 breaths per minute
Explanation

A respiratory rate of 26 breaths per minute is considered high in adults.

#6

Which of the following is a common method to measure pulse rate?

Pulse oximeter
Explanation

A common method to measure pulse rate is using a pulse oximeter.

#7

Which of the following is not a component of the Glasgow Coma Scale?

Blood pressure measurement
Explanation

Blood pressure measurement is not a component of the Glasgow Coma Scale.

#8

A blood pressure reading of 120/80 mmHg indicates:

Systolic pressure of 120 mmHg and diastolic pressure of 80 mmHg
Explanation

A blood pressure reading of 120/80 mmHg indicates the systolic pressure of 120 mmHg and diastolic pressure of 80 mmHg.

#9

What is the primary purpose of a stethoscope in health assessment?

To listen to heart and lung sounds
Explanation

The primary purpose of a stethoscope in health assessment is to listen to heart and lung sounds.

#10

A pulse oximeter measures:

Oxygen saturation in the blood
Explanation

A pulse oximeter measures the oxygen saturation in the blood.

#11

In the context of vital signs, what does 'BP' refer to?

Blood Pressure
Explanation

'BP' in the context of vital signs refers to Blood Pressure.

#12

Which of the following is a characteristic of a normal pulse rate in adults?

60-100 beats per minute
Explanation

A normal pulse rate in adults ranges from 60 to 100 beats per minute.

#13

What is the term for a heart rate above the normal range?

Tachycardia
Explanation

Tachycardia refers to a heart rate that is above the normal range.

#14

What is the normal range for systolic blood pressure in adults?

90-120 mmHg
Explanation

The normal range for systolic blood pressure in adults is 90-120 mmHg.

#15

What does the acronym 'GCS' stand for in healthcare?

Glasgow Coma Scale
Explanation

In healthcare, 'GCS' stands for Glasgow Coma Scale.

#16

What is the normal range for oxygen saturation level in arterial blood?

90-95%
Explanation

The normal range for oxygen saturation level in arterial blood is 90-95%.

#17

What is the term for a blood pressure reading above the normal range?

Hypertension
Explanation

A blood pressure reading above the normal range is termed as Hypertension.

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