CT Registry questions with correct answers

The patient is required to do what before the start of any invasive procedure? CORRECT ANSWER informed consent Occurs when a patient is in need of immediate medical services but is unconscous or is physically unable to consent to treatment. In this case, services are rendered with the assumption that the patient would consent if able CORRECT ANSWER implied consent What are vital signs? CORRECT ANSWER temperature, pulse, blood pressure, respirations The measurement of basic body functions to monitor critical information regarding the patient's physical condition CORRECT ANSWER vital signs What are normal body temperature? CORRECT ANSWER 97.7 F to 99.5 F (36.5 C to 37.5 C) Pulse rate for adults are what? CORRECT ANSWER 60 to 100 bpm Pulse rate for pediatrics are what? CORRECT ANSWER 70 to 120 bpm Indicates the pressure within arteries during cardiac contractions CORRECT ANSWER systolic blood pressure Indicates the pressure measured during relaxation of the heart CORRECT ANSWER diastolic blood pressure