Why is it important to start the scale at zero?

Measuring Height and Weight in Medical Assisting

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To ensure the scale is powered on
To make sure the scale is balanced
To reset the scale's memory
To prepare the scale for kilograms
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What indicates that the scale is balanced?
When the arrow is in the middle
When the arrow is at the top
When the scale turns off
When the scale reads '0'
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What should the patient remove before stepping on the scale?
All clothing
Watches
Shoes and pocket items
Glasses
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do you know if you've set the scale correctly for a patient's weight?
The arrow points directly to the patient's estimated weight
The scale automatically locks the weight
The arrow is in the middle, indicating balance
The scale beeps
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How can you estimate a patient's weight before using the scale?
By asking the patient
By guessing randomly
By comparing to another patient
By using a previous measurement
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What should you do if the scale's arrow does not balance at your first estimate?
Restart the scale
Record the initial estimate
Ask the patient to reposition
Adjust the weight until it balances
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the correct way to place the beam on a patient's head for height measurement?
Pressing down firmly
Adjusting the beam to eye level
Just touching the top of the head without pressing
Leaving a small gap above the head
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