Deck 2: Examination of Vital Signs

Question 1

Which one of the following population groups should be consistently tested for underlying hypertension because of its higher incidence?

A)Caucasians
B)African Americans
C)Asians
D)Males over the age of 64

Answer 1

B

Question 2

In which location of the cardiovascular system is the highest concentration of baroreceptors?

A)The aorta and carotid veins
B)The aorta and supraclavicular arteries
C)The aorta and carotid arteries
D)The aorta and femoral arteries

Answer 2

C

Question 3

When are the Korotkoff's sounds audible while measuring blood pressure?

A)Upon full inflation of the cuff
B)Upon placement of the stethoscope over the artery
C)Upon beginning to lower the pressure of the inflated cuff
D)During the diastolic phase of the reading

Answer 3

C

Question 4

A 67-year-old female smoker with a family history of high blood pressure and heart disease presents with acute onset neck pain,headache,and a blood pressure of 175/100 mm Hg.What should the physical therapist do FIRST?

A)Refer the patient for assessment by a physician.
B)Assume that this is a "white coat" effect and continue with the usual examination.
C)Continue the examination but modify the order and extent of the tests.
D)Modify the examination to avoid manual therapy and offer simple exercises.

Question 5

Upon taking the popliteal blood pressure of a patient with unilateral distal limb pain,the physical therapist notes that the popliteal pulse is easily palpable (compared to the nonsymptomatic side)and that the blood pressure is 95/65 mm Hg (upper limb reading 145/90 mm Hg).Which one of the following pathologies should be ruled out before proceeding with the rest of the physical examination?

A)Deep venous thrombosis
B)Restless leg syndrome
C)Popliteal aneurysm
D)Femoral artery occlusion

Question 6

Which one of the following positions is recommended for obtaining consistent blood pressure measurements?

A)Sitting with the arm in a horizontal,supported position at heart level
B)Supine position with arm resting comfortably on the chest
C)Sitting on the couch with arm resting comfortably by the side
D)Standing with arm by side and cuff positioned at heart level