Understanding EMT Vital Signs - (BASIC)

What is the normal range for adult systolic blood pressure?

• 90-120 mmHg

• 60-80 mmHg

• 120-140 mmHg

• 80-100 mmHg

Which instrument is used to measure blood pressure?

• Thermometer

• Stethoscope

• Sphygmomanometer

• Pulse oximeter

What is the normal pulse rate range for adults?

• 40-60 beats per minute

• 60-100 beats per minute

• 100-120 beats per minute

• 120-140 beats per minute

How is respiratory rate typically measured?

• By counting breaths for 15 seconds and multiplying by 4

• By counting breaths for 30 seconds and multiplying by 2

• By counting breaths for 1 minute

• All of the above

What is the normal range for adult respiratory rate?

• 8-12 breaths per minute

• 12-20 breaths per minute

• 20-28 breaths per minute

• 28-36 breaths per minute

Which device is used to measure body temperature?

• Sphygmomanometer

• Thermometer

• Stethoscope

• Pulse oximeter

What is considered a normal body temperature in Celsius?

• 35.0°C

• 36.5°C

• 37.0°C

• 38.0°C

What is the normal range for oxygen saturation levels in adults?

• 85-90%

• 90-95%

• 95-100%

• 100-105%

Which device is used to measure oxygen saturation levels?

• Sphygmomanometer

• Thermometer

• Stethoscope

• Pulse oximeter

What is the primary artery used to measure blood pressure?

• Carotid artery

• Radial artery

• Brachial artery

• Femoral artery