Caregiver Basic Medical Knowledge 2

Question 1

What is the normal resting heart rate range for an adult?

Accepted Answer

60-100 beats per minute

Answer

Normal resting heart rate for adults is 60-100 bpm. Rates outside this range may indicate a medical condition.

Question 2

A client's blood pressure reading is 180/110 mmHg. This indicates:

Accepted Answer

High blood pressure (hypertension)

Answer

180/110 mmHg is a hypertensive crisis requiring immediate medical attention. Normal is around 120/80 mmHg.

Question 3

Which vital sign change most likely indicates infection in an elderly client?

Accepted Answer

Elevated body temperature

Answer

Elevated temperature (fever) is a primary indicator of infection, though elderly clients may have blunted fever responses.

Question 4

What does a pulse oximeter measure?

Accepted Answer

Heart rate and blood oxygen saturation

Answer

A pulse oximeter measures oxygen saturation (SpO2) and heart rate. Normal SpO2 is 95-100%.

Question 5

A client shows signs of hypoglycemia. Which symptom would you expect?

Accepted Answer

Shakiness, sweating, and confusion

Answer

Hypoglycemia presents with shakiness, sweating, confusion, rapid heartbeat, and irritability, requiring prompt treatment with fast-acting sugar.

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