Vital Signs - FA DAVIS Final Exam
Questions And Correct Answers.
The nurse is assisting the registered nurse (RN) in describing the process of inhalation and
exhalation. In which sequence should the nurses explain the process, starting with inspiration? -
Answer 1. The medulla sends an impulse to the phrenic nerves.
2. The diaphragm flattens and intercostal muscles contract.
3. The chest cavity enlarges and oxygen enters.
4. The diaphragm and intercostal muscles relax.
5. Thoracic cavity shrinks, compressing lungs.
6. Carbon dioxide is returned to the atmosphere.
The nurse is discussing the steps in the development of a fever to a coworker. In which
sequence would the nurse describe the process? - Answer 1. Bacteria enters the body.
2. Phagocytes secrete pathogens.
3. Secretion of postaglandin hormone occurs.
4. Hypothalamus raises the set point.
5. Surface vasoconstriction occurs.
A patient has a slightly elevated temperature. Which questions would the nurse ask to
determine if there are factors that may have contributed to the elevated temperature? - Answer
1. Had patient ambulated before the temp?
2. Had patient eaten a meal before the temp?
3. Was the patient shivering?
The nurse is caring for an adult patient with hypertension. Which action should the nurse take
when taking a blood pressure? - Answer Support the pt.'s arm at the level of the heart.
The nurse is preparing to take a patient's routine 1000 vital signs. Upon entering the room, the
nurse notices the patient drinking a cup of coffee. Which action should the nurse take? - Answer
Take BP at 1030
Q. The nurse counts the respirations for 15 seconds and gets 4. How many respirations per
minute should the nurse chart on the vital signs sheet? - Answer A. 16
Questions And Correct Answers.
The nurse is assisting the registered nurse (RN) in describing the process of inhalation and
exhalation. In which sequence should the nurses explain the process, starting with inspiration? -
Answer 1. The medulla sends an impulse to the phrenic nerves.
2. The diaphragm flattens and intercostal muscles contract.
3. The chest cavity enlarges and oxygen enters.
4. The diaphragm and intercostal muscles relax.
5. Thoracic cavity shrinks, compressing lungs.
6. Carbon dioxide is returned to the atmosphere.
The nurse is discussing the steps in the development of a fever to a coworker. In which
sequence would the nurse describe the process? - Answer 1. Bacteria enters the body.
2. Phagocytes secrete pathogens.
3. Secretion of postaglandin hormone occurs.
4. Hypothalamus raises the set point.
5. Surface vasoconstriction occurs.
A patient has a slightly elevated temperature. Which questions would the nurse ask to
determine if there are factors that may have contributed to the elevated temperature? - Answer
1. Had patient ambulated before the temp?
2. Had patient eaten a meal before the temp?
3. Was the patient shivering?
The nurse is caring for an adult patient with hypertension. Which action should the nurse take
when taking a blood pressure? - Answer Support the pt.'s arm at the level of the heart.
The nurse is preparing to take a patient's routine 1000 vital signs. Upon entering the room, the
nurse notices the patient drinking a cup of coffee. Which action should the nurse take? - Answer
Take BP at 1030
Q. The nurse counts the respirations for 15 seconds and gets 4. How many respirations per
minute should the nurse chart on the vital signs sheet? - Answer A. 16
