Vital Signs Review
Quiz by Mindy Tedford
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- Q1
Why do we measure vital signs?
to calculate a person's body mass index
to diagnose a specific medical condition
to determine a person's blood type
to assess a person's overall health
30s - Q2
Which vital sign is a measure of the number of breaths per minute?
blood pressure
temperature
pulse
respiratory rate
30s - Q3
Why is it important for medical professionals to have an idea of a patient's signs and symptoms?
to gather clues for medical investigations
to diagnose illnesses accurately
to identify life and death decisions
to ensure appropriate care and treatment
30s - Q4
What is the normal range for blood pressure in adults?
50-60 mm Hg
80-120 mm Hg
100-140 mm Hg
70-100 mm Hg
30s - Q5
How is pulse measured?
by taking a person's temperature
by checking the oxygen level in the blood
by counting the number of breaths per minute
by measuring the force of blood (beats) against the artery wall
30s - Q6
What vital sign uses a blood pressure cuff?
temperature
blood pressure
respiratory rate
pulse
30s - Q7
What are the four vital signs we have learned how to assess?
pulse, temperature, respiratory rate, blood pressure
blood type, height, weight, age
eye color, shoe size, hair length, skin color
heart rate, oxygen level, cholesterol level, blood sugar
30s - Q8
What is the normal rate for respiratory rates in adults?
60-100 beats per minute
96.8 degrees
10-20 breaths
90-120 mm Hg
30s - Q9
How do vital signs provide clues in medical investigations?
by ensuring appropriate care and treatment
by giving a glimpse into what's happening inside the body
by determining the urgency of the treatment
30s - Q10
What are vital signs?
medical evidence gathered from patients
Data used to diagnose illnesses
signs of life in the human body
clues collected by ER doctors
30s - Q11
How is temperature measured?
by counting the number of breaths per minute
by using a thermometer
by taking a person's pulse
by measuring the force of blood against artery walls
30s - Q12
What is the purpose of measuring vital signs accurately?
to calculate a person's weight
to diagnose a specific medical condition
to determine a person's blood type
to assess the person's overall health
30s - Q13
Which vital sign is a measure of the force or pressure of blood against artery walls?
respiratory rate
pulse
blood pressure
temperature
30s