During a routine office visit, the NAP reports that a patient’s blood pressure is 128/84 mm Hg. During previous visits, the patient’s blood pressure was 110/70 to 114/74 mm Hg. What could account for the increase in blood pressure? Select ONE that apply.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Multiple factors could elevate BP from baseline: Talking (A) increases BP due to vocal exertion;Playing with a pulse oximeter (B), room temperature (C), cuff size (D)

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Bed making ensures a clean, wrinkle-free surface for comfort and skin protection. Avoiding linen changes (B), aesthetics only (C), or ignoring hygiene (D) neglects care.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Tepid sponging cools via evaporation for fever. It’s not for wounds (B), hair (C), or relaxation (D).

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Exercises and footboards maintain foot alignment, preventing drop. Compresses (A), pain meds (C), and arm elevation (D) don’t address it.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Sterilization is surgical asepsis, not medical asepsis, which includes hand hygiene (A), isolation (C), and gloves (D) to reduce pathogens.