GNA Vital Signs and Physical Assessment

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

60–100 beats per minute

Answer

A normal adult resting pulse rate is 60–100 beats per minute; values outside this range should be reported.

Question 2

When measuring a patient's oral temperature, how long should a glass thermometer remain in place?

Accepted Answer

3–5 minutes

Answer

A glass oral thermometer should remain under the tongue for 3–5 minutes to obtain an accurate reading.

Question 3

Which site is most commonly used to count the pulse rate in a nursing assistant's routine assessment?

Accepted Answer

Radial artery at the wrist

Answer

The radial artery at the wrist is the most accessible and commonly used site for routine pulse measurement by nursing assistants.

Question 4

A resident's blood pressure is 148/92 mmHg. How should the nursing assistant respond?

Accepted Answer

Recheck immediately and report to the nurse

Answer

148/92 mmHg is elevated; the nursing assistant should recheck and promptly report this finding to the nurse for further evaluation.

Question 5

What is the normal respiratory rate range for an adult at rest?

Accepted Answer

12–20 breaths per minute

Answer

The normal adult resting respiratory rate is 12–20 breaths per minute; deviations should be reported to the nurse.

GNA - Geriatric Nursing Assistant Practice Test