CNA Practice Test
Vital signs and reportingQuestion 479 of 1700

What is often thought of as a sixth vital sign?

  1. Weight
  2. Height
  3. A pain rating
  4. Intake and output
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Correct answer: A pain rating

The five are temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure and oxygen saturation.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 7.4: Obtaining Vital Signs

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026