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Vital Signs and Basic Medical Assessments Quiz

#1

Which vital sign measures the number of breaths per minute?

Respiratory rate
Explanation

Measure of breaths per minute.

#2

What is the normal range for blood pressure in adults?

120/80 mmHg
Explanation

Normal blood pressure range.

#3

Which vital sign is typically measured first in a routine medical assessment?

Heart rate
Explanation

First vital sign measured routinely.

#4

What is the term for an abnormally low body temperature?

Hypothermia
Explanation

Abnormally low body temperature.

#5

Which of the following is a common tool used to measure blood pressure?

Sphygmomanometer
Explanation

Common tool for blood pressure measurement.

#6

Which vital sign indicates the efficiency of the heart's pumping action?

Heart rate
Explanation

Indicator of heart's pumping efficiency.

#7

What is the term for a resting body temperature within the range of 98.6°F (37°C)?

Normothermia
Explanation

Normal body temperature range at rest.

#8

Which vital sign assesses the force of blood against the walls of arteries?

Blood pressure
Explanation

Assesses blood force against artery walls.

#9

What is the term for an elevated body temperature above the normal range?

Hyperthermia
Explanation

Elevated body temperature.

#10

What is the term for the absence of breathing?

Apnea
Explanation

Absence of breathing.

#11

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

Intravenous
Explanation

Not a method for temperature measurement.

#12

Which of the following is not a method to measure heart rate?

Spirometry
Explanation

Not a method for heart rate measurement.

#13

Which of the following is not considered a vital sign?

Blood glucose level
Explanation

Not a vital sign.

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