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When taking an oral temperature, ask the patient if he or she has had ____. |
Any hot or cold drinks in the last 10 minutes |
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True or False: A strong heartbeat indicates a higher blood pressure in the arteries |
True |
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True or False: Any deviation from irregular heart rhythm is called an arrhythmia |
True |
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True or False: Two parts of respiration are inhalation and expiration |
False |
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True or False: A sphygmomanometer measured blood oxygen level |
False |
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A remittent body temperature shows significant fluctuations in a 24-hour period, but does not ____. |
Fall below normal body temperature |
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What is the best position for taking a rectal temperature? |
Sims Position (patient lies on their left side) |
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What assessment technique involves listening? |
Auscultation |
