The medical assistant (MA) is taking vital signs when the patient states, "The elevator in the building was being slow, and it's only one flight so I took the stairs." Which change in vital signs should the MA anticipate based on the current data?
Select all that apply.
A. Increased weight
B. Increased heart rate
C. Increased temperature
D. Increased respirations
E. Increased blood pressure
Answer (2)
When a patient mentions taking the stairs, vital signs such as heart rate, respiratory rate, and blood pressure are expected to increase due to the physical exertion. Weight and temperature changes would not be immediately expected from this activity. Therefore, the MA should closely monitor the cardiovascular responses to the activity. ;
The medical assistant should expect increased heart rate, respirations, and blood pressure as the patient took the stairs, indicating physical exertion. Changes in weight and temperature are not expected immediately following this activity. Thus, the correct options are B, D, and E.
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