Vital Signs and Body Temperature Part 1
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What is the primary purpose of assessing vital signs?

  • To determine patient demographics
  • To evaluate medication efficacy
  • To make a diagnosis
  • To monitor basic body functions (correct)

Which type of body temperature varies with environmental changes?

  • Ambient Temperature
  • Surface Temperature (correct)
  • Core Temperature
  • Internal Temperature

What unit is NOT used to measure body temperature?

  • Degrees Rankine (°R) (correct)
  • Centigrade (C°)
  • Kelvin (K)
  • Degrees Fahrenheit (F)

When should vital signs be assessed according to health protocols?

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Core body temperature is best defined as:

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Which does NOT directly affect body temperature?

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What is the normal range of body temperature generally considered to be?

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What does the assessment of body temperature help to evaluate?

<p>Balance between heat production and loss (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor likely causes body temperature to be different in infants compared to adults?

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What is the most common period for a person's body temperature to reach its peak in a typical 24-hour cycle?

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Which factor is known to temporarily affect body temperature readings when measuring oral temperature?

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How do hormonal changes in women typically affect body temperature?

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Which of the following factors can lead to an increase in body temperature due to physical or emotional stress?

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Flashcards

Body Temperature

The balance between heat produced and lost by the body.

Vital Signs

Measurements of bodily functions like temperature, pulse, respiration etc.

Surface Temperature

Temperature of skin & subcutaneous tissues; changes with the environment.

Core Temperature

Temperature of deep tissues (thorax, abdomen); relatively constant (around 37°C).

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Normal Body Temperature (Core)

Approximately 37°C.

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Temperature Measurement

Assessing body temperature using tools like thermometers.

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Infant Body Temperature

Infants and young children usually have a higher body temperature than adults because their heat-regulating mechanisms are not fully developed.

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When to Assess Vital Signs

During admission, changes in health status, procedures, or prescribed intervals.

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Importance of vital signs

Essential for monitoring overall health and responsiveness of the body's functions.

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Older Adults' Body Temperature

Older people typically have a lower body temperature compared to adults.

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Exercise and Body Temperature

Physical activity, especially prolonged or strenuous exercise, can raise body temperature.

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Hormonal Influence on Body Temperature

Women generally experience greater fluctuations in body temperature than men due to hormonal changes related to ovulation and menstruation.

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Diurnal Temperature Variation

Body temperature naturally fluctuates throughout the day, typically reaching its lowest point between 1 AM and 4 AM and peaking between 4 PM and 7 PM.

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Study Notes

Body Temperature Part 1

  • Body temperature is the balance between heat produced and heat lost from the body.
  • Body temperature is measured in degrees, either Fahrenheit or Centigrade.
  • Vital signs include temperature, pulse, oxygen saturation, blood pressure, pain, and respiration. They are used to assess a person's physiological status.

Introduction

  • Vital signs are measures of a person's physiological status.
  • They're used to assess basic body functions and are observed, measured, and monitored.
  • Body temperature is one vital sign.
  • Vital signs are monitored to observe the body's functions.

Times to Assess Vital Signs

  • Vital signs are assessed on admission to a healthcare facility for baseline data.
  • Vital signs are assessed when a patient has changed health status or reports symptoms, such as chest pain or feeling hot/faint.
  • Vital signs are checked per nursing or medical orders.
  • They are assessed before and after surgery or invasive procedures.
  • Vital signs are assessed before and after medications that affect cardiovascular or respiratory systems.
  • Vital signs are assessed before and after nursing interventions that might affect vital signs (e.g. after a patient is moved from bedrest to walking).

Definition of Body Temperature

  • Body temperature is the balance between heat produced and heat lost by the body.

Kinds of Body Temperature

  • Core temperature: The temperature of deep tissues (thorax, abdominal cavity). It remains relatively constant (around 37°C).
  • Surface temperature: The temperature of the skin, subcutaneous tissues, and fat. It changes based on the environment.

Normal Body Temperature Range

  • 36°C - 37.4°C

Equivalent Thermometer Readings

Assessment Site Fahrenheit Centigrade
Oral 98.6° 37°
Rectal 99.6° 37.5°
Axillary 97.6° 36.4°

Heat Production Factors

  • Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR): The rate of energy use for essential activities (like breathing). Metabolic rates decrease with age.
  • Muscular activity: Shivering increases metabolic rate.
  • Hormones (Epinephrine, Norepinephrine): These hormones immediately increase cellular metabolism.
  • Thyroxine output: Increased thyroxine increases cellular metabolism.
  • Fever: Fever increases cellular metabolic rates. This, in turn, increases body temperature.

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This quiz explores the concept of body temperature as a vital sign and its significance in assessing physiological status. It covers how body temperature is measured, the importance of vital signs, and when they should be assessed. Test your knowledge on how these factors are essential in healthcare settings.

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