Author Question: Which is NOT a vital sign? A) temperature B) systolic C) respirations D) heart ... (Read 77 times)

beccaep · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

Which is NOT a vital sign?

A) temperature
B) systolic
C) respirations
D) heart rate

Question 2

A cesarean section would be performed for ________.

A) cephalopelvic disproportion
B) hyperemesis gravidarum
C) ectopic or tubal pregnancy
D) incomplete abortion

ecox1012 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Explanation: A) This is one of the vital signs.
B) Correct Systolic is part of the vital sign blood pressure, but systolic alone is not a vital sign.
C) This is one of the vital signs.
D) This is one of the vital signs.

Answer to Question 2

A
Explanation: A) Correct
B) Hyperemesis gravidarum (excessive vomiting during early pregnancy) is not treated with a cesarean section.
C) An ectopic or tubal pregnancy would require an exploratory laparotomy, but not a cesarean section (which is only performed to deliver a baby).
D) An incomplete abortion is treated with a D&C, not a cesarean section.