RMA Vital Signs and Patient Monitoring 3

Question 1

A reading of 88/56 mmHg in an adult is best classified as:

Accepted Answer

Hypotension

Answer

Blood pressure below 90/60 mmHg is generally considered hypotension in adults.

Question 2

Which site provides the most accurate core body temperature?

Accepted Answer

Rectal

Answer

Rectal temperature most closely reflects true core body temperature.

Question 3

A pulse oximeter reads 89% on room air. The medical assistant should:

Accepted Answer

Notify the provider promptly

Answer

An oxygen saturation below 90% is abnormal and warrants prompt provider notification.

Question 4

Which factor would most likely cause an inaccurate pulse oximetry reading?

Accepted Answer

Dark nail polish

Answer

Dark nail polish blocks the light transmission the device relies on, distorting the reading.

Question 5

The normal resting heart rate range for a healthy adult is:

Accepted Answer

60-100 bpm

Answer

A normal adult resting heart rate falls between 60 and 100 beats per minute.

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