Learning Task 2.
Directions: Read the statement carefully. Encircle the letter of the best answer.
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1. When an adult client asks you about his/her vital signs, your best answer would be:
A. "I am only allowed to report them to my superior."
B. Your temperature is 37 degrees orally; your blood pressure is 128/70, and your
respirations are 24. Is there anything more that you would like to know sir/ma'am?
C. "Oh, they are not that important. There is no need for you to know about it."
D. "Even if I tell you sir/ma'am, you will not understand them."
2. The fifth vital sign is
A. blood pressure
B. pain
C. temperature
D. respiration
3. This appliance is useful especially at mealtime.
A. blender
C. microwave oven
B. food processor
D. electric can opener
4. This uses a magnet so that the lid will remain attached to it.
A. blender
C. microwave oven
B. coffee maker
D. electric can opener
5. When the heart is contracting, the pressure is highest. This is called
A. blood pressure
C. heart pressure
B. systolic pressure
D. diastolic pressure
6. What is the balance between heat produced and heat lost in the body?
A. pulse rate
C. respiratory rate
B. body temperature
D. blood pressure
7. This type of thermometer uses mercury and, therefore, is considered unsafe to use.
A. ear thermometer
C. digital thermometer
B. infrared thermometer
D. clinical thermometer
8. Which of the following is not proper when operating a blender?
A. operating a blender in a dry, flat surface
B. plugging the blender first before putting the pitcher onto the base
C. choosing the setting appropriate for the specified task
D. placing all the parts of the blender in their appropriate places before operating it
9. The kind of temperature when the thermometer is placed under the armpit.
A. oral temperature
C. axillary temperature
B. rectal temperature
D. none of the above
10. These should be checked before ironing as some fabrics need special care instructions.
A. labels of the garments to be ironed C. collars and sleeves of shirts
B. pleats and pockets of skirts
D. pants' waistbands​