1. Vital Signs

2. 1. Vital signs are named as such because: a) They are normal b) They tell a lot about a person c) They provide info on adaptations to the environment d) They are only for the sick

3. 2. One of the first sites assessed is: a) Temperature b) Pulse c) BP d) Respirations

4. 3. If your client’s chart indicates a “febrile” condition you would expect: a) Temperature between 96.8 to 100.4 degrees F. b) Temperature below 98.6 degrees F c) Temperature above 100.4 degrees F d) Temperature below 96.8 degrees F

5. 4. There are ____ pulse sites located at various locations on the body. a) 4 b) 9 c) 2 d) 1

6. 5. When evaluating pulse, you assess: a) rate, age b) Rhythm, volume c) disease, rate d) Fitness, volume

7. 6. The instrument used to measure blood pressure is: a) Sphygmomanometer b) Aneroidscopy c) Electrogram d) Auscultamometer

8. Assignment directions: Use the blue text [found in the red cabinet;back of room] to confirm your answer is correct. To receive credit you must include the page number where you found your answer. After completing this pre-test, turn in your answers and find the “LEARNING IN MOTION” assignment on my web page. After completing this pre-test, turn in your answers and find the “LEARNING IN MOTION” assignment on my web page.