Practice Question
In an ICU, you order new devices to measure heart rhythm and rate, respiratory rate, oxygen levels, and intracranial pressure. These devices describe:
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
biomedical technology.
Rationale:
⭐Devices that measure physiological parameters such as heart rhythm, oxygenation, and intracranial pressure are classified as biomedical technology.
⭐These tools are designed to collect real-time clinical data, supporting accurate diagnosis and intervention.
⭐They are distinct from telecommunications or information retrieval systems, as they directly engage with the patient’s body to monitor biological functions.
⭐Their use is especially crucial in high-acuity environments like ICUs.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Leadership & Management
- Answer Choices: 4
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