HCA HCA - Health Care Assistant Vital Signs and Clinical Measurements

Question 1

What is the normal resting heart rate range for a healthy adult?

Accepted Answer

60–100 beats per minute

Answer

A normal adult resting heart rate is 60–100 beats per minute.

Question 2

Which site is most commonly used by a health care assistant to measure a patient's pulse?

Accepted Answer

Radial artery

Answer

The radial artery at the wrist is the most common and accessible pulse site used by HCAs.

Question 3

What is the normal oral body temperature for an adult in Fahrenheit?

Accepted Answer

98.6°F

Answer

Normal adult oral temperature is 98.6°F (37°C).

Question 4

When measuring blood pressure, the top (higher) number represents what?

Accepted Answer

Systolic pressure

Answer

Systolic pressure is the top number and represents the force when the heart beats.

Question 5

A patient's respiratory rate of 24 breaths per minute would be classified as:

Accepted Answer

Tachypnea

Answer

Tachypnea refers to a respiratory rate above the normal range of 12–20 breaths per minute.

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