Q: A nurse is using a temporal artery thermometer to assess a patient's temperature. Which of the following is the normal range for this method?

$$36.3\text{–}38.1^\circ\text{C}$$

Q: Which of the following is the correct formula for calculating pulse pressure?

$$\text{Pulse Pressure} = \text{Systolic Pressure} - \text{Diastolic Pressure}$$

Question 1

A patient is admitted to the hospital after fainting during exercise. Which vital sign should be assessed first to determine if the fainting was due to cardiovascular compromise?

Accepted Answer

Blood pressure

Question 2

Which of the following is the primary source of heat production in the human body?

Accepted Answer

Metabolism

Question 3

A 25-year-old patient has an oral temperature of 38.2°C. Which term best describes this condition?

Accepted Answer

Pyrexia

Question 4

A nurse is using a temporal artery thermometer to assess a patient's temperature. Which of the following is the normal range for this method?

Accepted Answer

$$36.3	ext{–}38.1^\circ	ext{C}$$

Question 5

Which of the following factors is most likely to cause a decrease in body temperature?

Accepted Answer

Circadian rhythm during early morning

Question 6

A patient rises quickly from a supine position and experiences dizziness. Which condition is most likely responsible?

Accepted Answer

Orthostatic hypotension

Question 7

Which of the following is the correct formula for calculating pulse pressure?

Accepted Answer

$$	ext{Pulse Pressure} = 	ext{Systolic Pressure} - 	ext{Diastolic Pressure}$$

Question 8

A patient’s blood pressure is measured at $$88/56 mm Hg. $$Which term best describes this reading?

Accepted Answer

Hypotension

Question 9

Which of the following mechanisms is responsible for heat loss when sweat evaporates from the skin?

Accepted Answer

Evaporation

Question 10

A nurse is assessing a patient’s pulse and notes it is bounding. Which amplitude grade should be recorded?

Accepted Answer

Grade 3+

Question 11

Which of the following statements about the regulation of blood pressure is correct?

Accepted Answer

Baroreceptors in the arterial walls monitor pressure and signal the cardiovascular center

Question 12

A patient is experiencing periods when no breathing occurs. Which term best describes this condition?

Accepted Answer

Apnea

Question 13

Which of the following is the most powerful respiratory stimulant?

Accepted Answer

Increase in carbon dioxide

Question 14

A nurse is preparing to assess blood pressure using a sphygmomanometer. Which artery is most commonly used?

Accepted Answer

Brachial artery

Question 15

A patient’s pulse is measured at 52 beats/min. Which term best describes this finding?

Accepted Answer

Bradycardia

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a factor that affects blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

Pulse amplitude

Question 17

A patient’s respiratory rate is 28 breaths/min. Which term best describes this condition?

Accepted Answer

Tachypnea

Question 18

Which of the following is a real-life example of heat loss by conduction?

Accepted Answer

A person sitting on a cold metal bench

Question 19

A patient’s blood pressure is $$130/85 mm Hg. $$What is the pulse pressure?

Accepted Answer

$$45	ext{ mm Hg}$$

Question 20

A patient is noted to have a remittent fever. Which of the following best describes this pattern?

Accepted Answer

Temperature remains above normal and fluctuates a few degrees up and down

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