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H. pulse oximeter

102) The medical assistant is caring for an adult patient with a history of coronary
artery disease. Which of the following BP measurements should prompt the medical
assistant to notify the health care provider? (Select the three (3) correct answers.)

A. 132/78 mmHg

B. 162/96 mmHg

C. 129/88 mmHg

D. 138/98 mmHg

E. 92/44 mmHg

62).When measuring oxygen saturation on a child breathing room air, with normal color, and no
signs of respiratory distress, the medical assistant obtains a reading of 79%. Which of the
following actions should the medical assistant take next?

A. notify the physician

B. supplement the child with oxygen per protocol

C. reposition the finger probe

D. take a full set of vital signs

103) The mother of a 6-month-old patient arrives at a busy clinic and states the child
has a high fever. The medical assistant measures the patient's temperature and confirms a
temperature of 103°F. Which of the following is an acceptable course of action for the
medical assistant?

E. Administer Tylenol 160 mg PO immediately.

F. Activate EMS.

G. Assess the remaining vital signs and notify the physician.

H. Perform venipuncture for a blood culture and a CBC with Diff.

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