ATI- Vital Signs Test Questions with Detailed Verified Answers

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ATI- Vital Signs Test Questions with
Detailed Verified Answers

Question: 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


Ans: semilunar valve closes


Question: When preparing to use a tympanic thermometer, what step is most
important for accuracy?>


Ans: gently pulling the pinna up and back.


Question: When assessing a newly admitted pt, establish an accurate
baseline for respirations by...


Ans: observing the pt's chest movements while appearing to assess his pulse.


Question: What could affect your process of taking v/s?

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Ans: if the pt is 60 lbs over weight.


pt with a stuffy nose


pt on digoxin


pt with mastectomy


Question: When assessing a pt's respirations, it is recommended that the pt


Ans: have the head of the bed elevates 45-60 degrees.


Question: Where is the PMI aka apical pulse located?


Ans: at the 5th intercostal space as the left midclavicular line.


Question: The difference between a pt's systolic and diastolic BP is called


Ans: the pulse pressure


Question: The best way to determine the depth of a pt's respirations is to...


Ans: observe the degree of chest-wall movement during inspiration and
expiration.


Question: When taking an adults rectal temperature


Ans: insert the probe about an inch and a half into the pt;s anus.