Health Science Practice

Front

When taking a tympanic temperature, gently pull the pinna of the ear ___________ for adults.

Back

upward and back

Front

The last sound heard when taking the blood pressure will be the value for the ________ blood pressure.

Back

diastolic

Front

The blood pressure cuff should fit snugly about _______ above the pulse site to be used.

Back

1 inch

Front

An abnormal condition, where the temperature is below the normal range.

Back

hypothermia

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-3

Front

An infection, such as the flu, will cause an ______ in temperature.

Back

increase

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-3

Front

When taking a tympanic temperature for children, gently pull the pinna of the ear _______.

Back

downward and back

Front

Medical term for a patient with fever.

Back

febrile

Front

Define the correct medical term for slow or low heart rate.

Back

bradycardia

Front

A physically fit athlete typically has a ________ heart rate.

Back

low

Front

The last sound heard when taking the blood pressure will be the value for the ______ blood pressure.

Back

diastolic