OSCE Questions Flashcards
1
Q
Systolic pressure
A
indicates how much pressure your blood is exerting against your artery walls when the heart beats.
2
Q
Diastolic pressure
A
measures the force of blood against your artery walls as your heart relaxes
3
Q
What is the normal temperature for an adult?
A
36-38 or 36.5-38.5 if sick
4
Q
What is the normal pulse for an adult?
A
60-100 bpm
5
Q
What is the normal oxygen saturation (SPO2) for an adult?
A
Above 95%
6
Q
What is the normal blood pressure for an adult?
A
SYP 100-130 or 140 for older people
DIA 60-90
7
Q
What is the normal respirations for an adult?
A
12-20 breathes per min
8
Q
What terminology is used to describe an altered temperature?
A
Hypothermia and hyperthermia
9
Q
What terminology is used to describe altered blood pressure?
A
Hypotension and hypertension
