Vital Signs Assessment Quiz

To assess an individual’s level of physical functioning (correct)

To determine the need for blood transfusion

To monitor the effectiveness of medications

To diagnose specific medical conditions

On admission and discharge

Every 4 hr. when one or more vital signs is abnormal (correct)

Once per shift when patient stable

Before administering of medications that affect vital signs

Blood glucose level

Oxygen saturation

Pain (correct)

Urinary output

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