Chapter 2 blood Cells and Vessels

Why is it important for phlebotomists to accurately measure blood pressure?

• To determine a patient's height

• To assess a patient's respiratory rate

• To monitor cardiovascular health and detect abnormalities

• To record body temperature

Which unit of measurement is used for blood pressure?

• Liters

• Milliliters

• Millimeters of mercury (mmHg)

• Celsius

What is the correct order of steps when measuring blood pressure using a manual sphygmomanometer?

• Inflate cuff, deflate slowly, listen for Korotkoff sounds, record measurements

• Inflate cuff, record measurements, deflate slowly, listen for Korotkoff sounds

• Inflate cuff, listen for Korotkoff sounds, record measurements, deflate slowly

• Listen for Korotkoff sounds, inflate cuff, record measurements, deflate slowly

Which position should the patient be in when measuring blood pressure?

• Standing upright

• Sitting with legs crossed

• Lying down with arm at heart level

• Hanging from a bar

What is the normal range for systolic blood pressure in adults?

• 80-100 mmHg

• 120-139 mmHg

• 100-119 mmHg

• 90-120 mmHg

Where is the radial pulse typically palpated?

• Neck

• Wrist

• Ankle

• Elbow

What is the normal range for adult resting heart rate (pulse rate)?

• 50-70 beats per minute (bpm)

• 80-100 beats per minute (bpm)

• 120-140 beats per minute (bpm)

• 160-180 beats per minute (bpm)

What is the correct technique for counting a patient's pulse?

• Count for 10 seconds and multiply by 6

• Count for 30 seconds and multiply by 2

• Count for 60 seconds

• Count for 5 minutes

Which artery is commonly used to measure pulse in an emergency situation?

• Femoral artery

• Carotid artery

• Brachial artery

• Popliteal artery

Why is it important for phlebotomists to assess a patient's pulse?

• To measure oxygen saturation

• To determine blood pressure

• To monitor cardiac function and detect abnormalities

• To check for muscle strength