(Answered) ATI- Vital Signs Test Questions & Answers 2022/2023

(Answered) ATI- Vital Signs Test Questions & Answers 2022/2023 When auscaltating a pt's apical pulse, you listen until you hear the S1 and S2 heart sounds clearly and regularly. S2 is produced when the semilunar valve closes When preparing to use a tympanic thermometer, what step is most important for accuracy? gently pulling the pinna up and back. When assessing a newly admitted pt, establish an accurate baseline for respirations by... observing the pt's chest movements while appearing to assess his pulse. What could affect your process of taking v/s? if the pt is 60 lbs over weight. pt with a stuffy nose pt on digoxin pt with mastectomy When assessing a pt's respirations, it is recommended that the pt have the head of the bed elevates 45-60 degrees. Where is the PMI aka apical pulse located? at the 5th intercostal space as the left midclavicular line. The difference between a pt's systolic and diastolic BP is called the pulse pressure The best way to determine the depth of a pt's respirations is to... observe the degree of chest-wall movement during inspiration and expiration. When taking an adults rectal temperature insert the probe about an inch and a half into the pt;s anus. the most important part in measuring the BP accurately is using a cuff of the appropriate sizw What do you expect with an elevated temperature elevated pulse Why is it important to hear the 4th korotkoff sound? the 5th sound might not be audible Which V/s should you attend to first? RR 30/min When measuring a pt's temo orally, where do you place the probe? in the posterior lingual pocket lateral to the midline. Antipryetic reduces fever Apnea cessation of creating Ausculatory gap pertaining to the axilla, the cavity beneath the junction of a forelimb and the body, also called the armpit or the u