Question 1

Temperature can be measured in degrees Fahrenheit ($\degree$F) or degrees ________ (centigrade; $\degree$C).

Accepted Answer

Celsius

Question 2

The usual ratio of the pulse rate to the respiration rate is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  1:1 
B)  2:1 
C)  4:1 
D)  6:1 
E)  8:1 
A)  1:1 
B)  2:1 
C)  4:1 
D)  6:1 
E)  8:1 C

Question 3

The vital signs are taken in different positions to assess for ________, or postural, hypotension.

Accepted Answer

orthostatic

Question 4

In the figure, the pulse is being taken over the ________ artery.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In the figure, the pulse is being...

Question 5

Nina Trevez is a 32-year-old patient who is new to your medical office. During the initial patient interview, Ms. Trevez says her appendix was removed when she was 10 years old, she had a complete mastectomy of the left breast 5 years ago, and she has a severe allergy to penicillin. Which of the following actions would you be careful to take while taking Ms. Trevez's vital signs?

Accepted Answer

A)  Include a pain assessment of her abdominal and chest areas 
B)  Check her blood pressure using the right arm 
C)  Avoid using an oral thermometer 
D)  Perform orthostatic vital signs 
E)  Wear a mask to prevent transmission of bacterial diseases 
A)  Include a pain assessment of her abdominal and chest areas 
B)  Check her blood pressure using the right arm 
C)  Avoid using an oral thermometer 
D)  Perform orthostatic vital signs 
E)  Wear a mask to prevent transmission of bacterial diseases

Question 6

A patient is ________ when he has a body temperature within his normal range.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A patient is ________ when he has...

Question 7

Which of the following is a characteristic of electronic sphygmomanometers?

Accepted Answer

A)  The mercury rises with an increase in pressure as the cuff is inflated. 
B)  They have a circular gauge for registering pressure. 
C)  They require the use of a stethoscope. 
D)  Some types also measure pulse and oxygen saturation. 
E)  They are the least expensive type of sphygmomanometer. 
A)  The mercury rises with an increase in pressure as the cuff is inflated. 
B)  They have a circular gauge for registering pressure. 
C)  They require the use of a stethoscope. 
D)  Some types also measure pulse and oxygen saturation. 
E)  They are the least expensive type of sphygmomanometer.

Question 8

Convert 36.8ºC to Fahrenheit: ________ºF. (round to the nearest tenth)

Accepted Answer

The answer of Convert 36.8ºC to Fahrenheit: ________ºF. (round to...

Question 9

Which of the following is important when putting on a blood pressure cuff?

Accepted Answer

A)  Place the blood pressure cuff over the patient's sleeve 
B)  Locate the popliteal artery 
C)  Position the cuff so that the midline of the bladder is at the back of the elbow 
D)  Make the bladder of the cuff encircles 50% to 60% the distance around the arm 
E)  Position the cuff so the lower edge of the cuff is 1 inch above the antecubital space 
A)  Place the blood pressure cuff over the patient's sleeve 
B)  Locate the popliteal artery 
C)  Position the cuff so that the midline of the bladder is at the back of the elbow 
D)  Make the bladder of the cuff encircles 50% to 60% the distance around the arm 
E)  Position the cuff so the lower edge of the cuff is 1 inch above the antecubital space

Question 10

Temperature can be measured in degrees ________ ($\degree$F) or degrees Celsius (centigrade; $\degree$C).

Accepted Answer

The answer of Temperature can be measured in degrees ________...

Question 11

The measurement on this sphygmomanometer gauge is ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The measurement on this sphygmomanometer gauge is...

Question 12

Which of the following pulse points is located in the groove on the thumb side of the inner wrist?

Accepted Answer

A)  Radial 
B)  Brachial 
C)  Femoral 
D)  Pedal 
E)  Temporal 
A)  Radial 
B)  Brachial 
C)  Femoral 
D)  Pedal 
E)  Temporal

Question 13

Which of the following is a temperature of 98.6ºF converted to Celsius?

Accepted Answer

A)  35.9ºC 
B)  36.4ºC 
C)  37ºC 
D)  37.6º C 
E)  38$\degree$C 
A)  35.9ºC 
B)  36.4ºC 
C)  37ºC 
D)  37.6º C 
E)  38$\degree$C

Question 14

The measurement on this sphygmomanometer gauge is ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The measurement on this sphygmomanometer gauge is...

Question 15

The vital signs are taken in different positions to assess for orthostatic, or ________, hypotension.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The vital signs are taken in different...

Question 16

The armpit is also called the ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The armpit is also called the ________....

Question 17

The ________ scanner is a noninvasive and quick procedure for taking temperatures by stroking the thermometer across the forehead, crossing over the temporal artery.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ________ scanner is a noninvasive and...

Question 18

Which of the following is important when using a tympanic thermometer?

Accepted Answer

A)  Shake the thermometer down to a reading between 96.0ºF and 97.0ºF 
B)  Remove the thermometer from the recharging unit and put it in the ear before the light goes on 
C)  Attach a disposable sheath and place the thermometer snugly in the ear 
D)  Pull the ear down and forward for an adult 
E)  Wait at least 15 minutes after a patient has been eating, drinking, or smoking 
A)  Shake the thermometer down to a reading between 96.0ºF and 97.0ºF 
B)  Remove the thermometer from the recharging unit and put it in the ear before the light goes on 
C)  Attach a disposable sheath and place the thermometer snugly in the ear 
D)  Pull the ear down and forward for an adult 
E)  Wait at least 15 minutes after a patient has been eating, drinking, or smoking

Question 19

The brachial artery pulse point is located in the bend of the elbow, or the ________ space.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The brachial artery pulse point is located...

Question 20

The ________ blood pressure is determined by listening with a stethoscope.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ________ blood pressure is determined by...

Exam 37: Vital Signs and Measurements

Temperature can be measured in degrees Fahrenheit ( °\degree° F) or degrees ________ (centigrade; °\degree° C).

The usual ratio of the pulse rate to the respiration rate is ____.

The vital signs are taken in different positions to assess for ________, or postural, hypotension.

In the figure, the pulse is being taken over the ________ artery.

A patient is ________ when he has a body temperature within his normal range.

Which of the following is a characteristic of electronic sphygmomanometers?

Convert 36.8ºC to Fahrenheit: ________ºF. (round to the nearest tenth)

Which of the following is important when putting on a blood pressure cuff?

Temperature can be measured in degrees ________ ( °\degree° F) or degrees Celsius (centigrade; °\degree° C).

The measurement on this sphygmomanometer gauge is ________.

Which of the following pulse points is located in the groove on the thumb side of the inner wrist?

Which of the following is a temperature of 98.6ºF converted to Celsius?

The measurement on this sphygmomanometer gauge is ________.

The vital signs are taken in different positions to assess for orthostatic, or ________, hypotension.

The armpit is also called the ________.

The ________ scanner is a noninvasive and quick procedure for taking temperatures by stroking the thermometer across the forehead, crossing over the temporal artery.

Which of the following is important when using a tympanic thermometer?

The brachial artery pulse point is located in the bend of the elbow, or the ________ space.

The ________ blood pressure is determined by listening with a stethoscope.

Introduction to Medical Assisting

Healthcare and the Healthcare Team

Professionalism and Success

Interpersonal Communication

Legal and Ethical Issues

Basic Safety and Infection Control

Patient Reception

Office Equipment and Supplies

Examination and Treatment Areas

Written and Electronic Documents

Medical Records and Documentation

Electronic Health Records

Telephone Techniques

Patient Education

Managing Medical Records

Schedule Management

Insurance and Billing

Diagnostic Coding

Procedure Coding

Patient Billing and Collection

Financial Management Key

Organization of the Body

The Integumentary System

The Skeletal System

The Muscular System

The Cardiovascular System

The Blood

The Lymphatic and Immune Systems

The Respiratory System

The Nervous System

The Urinary System

The Reproductive System

The Digestive System

The Endocrine System

Special Senses

Patient Interview and History

Assisting With a General Physical Examination

Assisting in Reproductive and Urinary Specialties

Assisting in Pediatrics

Assisting in Geriatrics

Assisting in Other Medical Specialties

Assisting With Eye and Ear Care

Assisting With Minor Surgery

Orientation to the Lab

Electrocardiography and Pulmonary Function Testing

Microbiology and Disease

Processing and Testing Urine and Stool Specimens

Collecting, Processing, and Testing Blood Specimens

Diagnostic Imaging

Principles of Pharmacology

Dosage Calculation

Medication Administration

Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

Nutrition and Health

Practice Management

Emergency Preparedness

Preparing for the World of Work

Filters

Temperature can be measured in degrees Fahrenheit ( $\degree$ F) or degrees ________ (centigrade; $\degree$ C).

Temperature can be measured in degrees ________ ( $\degree$ F) or degrees Celsius (centigrade; $\degree$ C).