Exam 2: NUR170 / NUR 170 (Latest 2025/
2026 Update) Concepts of Medical-Surgical
Nursing Review| Questions & ANSWER s|
Grade A| 100% Correct (Verified Solutions)-
Galen
Demonstrate knowledge of the normal ranges for temperature, heart rate, respiratory rate, blood
pressure and pulse oximetry. - ANSWER Temperature (T): Oral 37.0 C (98.6 F)
Blood Pressure (BP): 120/80
Heart Rate (HR):
60 to 100 (80 average) beats/minute
Respiratory Rate (R): 12-20 breaths/minute
Pulse Oximetry:
95% to 100%
Discuss the technique used in obtaining temperature, heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure
and pulse oximetry. - ANSWER Temperature:
- Oral (Posterior sublingual pocket)
- Tympanic (Ear)
- Temporal artery (Side of forehead)
- Rectal
- Axillary (Armpit)
Blood Pressure:
Sites: Brachial (most common), Radial, Popliteal (most common)
Electronic or manual
Heart Rate:
Peripheral (30 sec x 2) and Apical (1 min)
1. Rate
(Normal 60 to 100 beats per min)
2. Rhythm
(Regular or irregular)
3. Amplitude & Quality
(Strong, weak, expected)
Respiratory Rate:
1 respiration consists of breathing in and out
1. Rate (regular or irregular)
2. Depth (Deep, shallow, normal)
,3. Rhythm
Pulse Oximetry:
Noninvasive technique that measures the ratio, expressed as a percentage, between the actual
oxygen content of the hemoglobin and the potential maximum oxygen-carrying capacity of the
hemoglobin (clip-on finger, ear, or toe)
Compare and contrast factors that increase or decrease body temperature, heart rate, respiratory
rate, blood pressure and pulse oximetry findings. - ANSWER Temperature:
- Age
- Gender
- Physical activity
- State of health
- Environmental temperatures
- Circadian Rhythm
Time of day
(Lowest in the early morning; Highest in the late afternoon)
Blood Pressure:
increase:
decrease:
Heart Rate:
increase:
decrease:
Respiratory Rate:
increase:
decrease:
Pulse Oximetry:
increase:
decrease:
Discuss the importance of vital sign documentation - ANSWER it provides medical
professionals with concrete information that they use to assess your health and form a correct
diagnosis.
T/F: The normal pulse rate for adolescents and adults ranges from 60 to 100 beats/min.
A. True
B. False - ANSWER A. True
Which pulse site is located on the inside of the elbow?
, A. Temporal
B. Radial
C. Femoral
D. Brachial - ANSWER D. Brachial
Prescription vs Order - ANSWER Prescription is used in outpatient or community
settings.
Order is typically used in the inpatient setting.
List the components of a medication order. - ANSWER 1. Patient's name and a
secondary identifier (date of birth or medical record number)
2. Date and time (the order was written)
3. Name of drug
4. Dosage
5. Route
6. Frequency
7. Signature of prescribing provider
Discuss patient safety with medication administration using 3 checks - ANSWER •1st
check -> Order received
•2nd check -> The medication is being prepared for administration
•3rd check -> Right before the patient ingests the medication
List the components of a medication order - ANSWER 1. Date and time of order or
prescription
2. Medication name
3. Medication dosage
4. Route of administration
5. Frequency of administration
6. Name and signature of the prescriber
Identify the 7 rights of medication administration - ANSWER 1. Patient
2. Always check for allergies prior to giving any medication
3. Medication (and expiration date)
2026 Update) Concepts of Medical-Surgical
Nursing Review| Questions & ANSWER s|
Grade A| 100% Correct (Verified Solutions)-
Galen
Demonstrate knowledge of the normal ranges for temperature, heart rate, respiratory rate, blood
pressure and pulse oximetry. - ANSWER Temperature (T): Oral 37.0 C (98.6 F)
Blood Pressure (BP): 120/80
Heart Rate (HR):
60 to 100 (80 average) beats/minute
Respiratory Rate (R): 12-20 breaths/minute
Pulse Oximetry:
95% to 100%
Discuss the technique used in obtaining temperature, heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure
and pulse oximetry. - ANSWER Temperature:
- Oral (Posterior sublingual pocket)
- Tympanic (Ear)
- Temporal artery (Side of forehead)
- Rectal
- Axillary (Armpit)
Blood Pressure:
Sites: Brachial (most common), Radial, Popliteal (most common)
Electronic or manual
Heart Rate:
Peripheral (30 sec x 2) and Apical (1 min)
1. Rate
(Normal 60 to 100 beats per min)
2. Rhythm
(Regular or irregular)
3. Amplitude & Quality
(Strong, weak, expected)
Respiratory Rate:
1 respiration consists of breathing in and out
1. Rate (regular or irregular)
2. Depth (Deep, shallow, normal)
,3. Rhythm
Pulse Oximetry:
Noninvasive technique that measures the ratio, expressed as a percentage, between the actual
oxygen content of the hemoglobin and the potential maximum oxygen-carrying capacity of the
hemoglobin (clip-on finger, ear, or toe)
Compare and contrast factors that increase or decrease body temperature, heart rate, respiratory
rate, blood pressure and pulse oximetry findings. - ANSWER Temperature:
- Age
- Gender
- Physical activity
- State of health
- Environmental temperatures
- Circadian Rhythm
Time of day
(Lowest in the early morning; Highest in the late afternoon)
Blood Pressure:
increase:
decrease:
Heart Rate:
increase:
decrease:
Respiratory Rate:
increase:
decrease:
Pulse Oximetry:
increase:
decrease:
Discuss the importance of vital sign documentation - ANSWER it provides medical
professionals with concrete information that they use to assess your health and form a correct
diagnosis.
T/F: The normal pulse rate for adolescents and adults ranges from 60 to 100 beats/min.
A. True
B. False - ANSWER A. True
Which pulse site is located on the inside of the elbow?
, A. Temporal
B. Radial
C. Femoral
D. Brachial - ANSWER D. Brachial
Prescription vs Order - ANSWER Prescription is used in outpatient or community
settings.
Order is typically used in the inpatient setting.
List the components of a medication order. - ANSWER 1. Patient's name and a
secondary identifier (date of birth or medical record number)
2. Date and time (the order was written)
3. Name of drug
4. Dosage
5. Route
6. Frequency
7. Signature of prescribing provider
Discuss patient safety with medication administration using 3 checks - ANSWER •1st
check -> Order received
•2nd check -> The medication is being prepared for administration
•3rd check -> Right before the patient ingests the medication
List the components of a medication order - ANSWER 1. Date and time of order or
prescription
2. Medication name
3. Medication dosage
4. Route of administration
5. Frequency of administration
6. Name and signature of the prescriber
Identify the 7 rights of medication administration - ANSWER 1. Patient
2. Always check for allergies prior to giving any medication
3. Medication (and expiration date)
