Ingles Flashcards
(18 cards)
Why are vital signs important in healthcare?
They can show if a person is healthy or has a problem to address. They help detect problems early, guide diagnosis, and check if treatments are working.
What is considered a normal adult respiratory rate?
12 to 20 breaths per minute.
What kind of questions are used in a medical interview?
WH- questions (What, When, Where, Why, How).
What does a good medical interview help build between a patient and a healthcare provider?
Trust.
List three lifestyle habits often asked about during a medical interview.
- Smoking
- Alcohol use
- Physical activity
Which vital sign shows how fast the heart is beating?
Heart rate.
What tool is typically used to measure blood pressure?
Blood pressure cuff (sphygmomanometer).
What does oxygen saturation measure?
How much oxygen is in the blood.
Who usually conducts the medical interview?
A doctor or nurse.
Give two examples of lifestyle habits discussed in the medical interview.
- Diet
- Sleep
In the sentence ‘Vital signs are fundamental indicators of a person’s physical condition,’ what does the word ‘indicators’ mean?
Signs or signals that show something, like a person’s health condition.
What does the word ‘empathy’ mean in the context of the medical interview?
Understanding and caring about how the patient feels.
Why do you think a medical interview includes questions about a patient’s lifestyle?
Because lifestyle affects health.
Why is it important to ask when symptoms began during an interview?
It helps to know how long the person has been sick and if the problem is getting worse.
Why might it be a problem if vital signs are not checked before a consultation?
It might be dangerous because the doctor won’t know if the patient is in a critical state.
Do you think vital signs alone are enough to make a diagnosis? Why or why not?
No, the doctor also needs to ask questions and do tests.
How can a good medical interview improve patient care?
It helps the doctor learn more and give better treatment.
Which vital sign do you think is the most important to monitor in an emergency? Why?
Heart rate, because it shows if the heart is working well.
