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EMT Basic-Vital Signs Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the normal pulse rate range for a resting adult?✔✔ 60 to 100 beats per minute
What does a pulse oximeter measure?✔✔ The percentage of oxygen saturation in the blood
Where is the most common site to check a conscious adult’s pulse?✔✔ The radial artery
Where is the best site to check the pulse in an unresponsive adult?✔✔ The carotid artery
What does a systolic blood pressure measure?✔✔ The pressure in the arteries when the heart contracts
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What does a diastolic blood pressure measure?✔✔ The pressure in the arteries when the heart is at rest
What is considered a normal blood pressure for an adult?✔✔ Around 120/80 mmHg
Which vital sign is the most reliable early indicator of shock?✔✔ Increased heart rate
What does skin that is cool, pale, and clammy usually indicate?✔✔ Poor circulation or early shock
How long should you count a pulse if it is irregular?✔✔ A full 60 seconds
What is a sign of labored breathing?✔✔ Use of accessory muscles during respiration
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