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Which method of measuring body temperature is generally considered to provide the most accurate reading?
Which method of measuring body temperature is generally considered to provide the most accurate reading?
A patient's pulse rate is measured at 120 bpm. Which of the following is the most likely reason for this elevated rate?
A patient's pulse rate is measured at 120 bpm. Which of the following is the most likely reason for this elevated rate?
What is the normal range for an adult's respiration rate at rest?
What is the normal range for an adult's respiration rate at rest?
Blood pressure is measured in two numbers. Which number represents the pressure in the arteries during the heart's contraction?
Blood pressure is measured in two numbers. Which number represents the pressure in the arteries during the heart's contraction?
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Which of the following is NOT a common site for checking pulse rate?
Which of the following is NOT a common site for checking pulse rate?
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Vital Signs
Vital Signs
Measurements of basic body functions: temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
Body Temperature
Body Temperature
Normal range for adults is 97.8-99°F (36.5-37.2°C) with various measurement methods.
Pulse Rate
Pulse Rate
Measures heartbeats per minute; normal range for adults is 60-100 bpm.
Respiration Rate
Respiration Rate
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Blood Pressure
Blood Pressure
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Study Notes
Vital Signs
- Vital signs are measurements of basic body functions, including temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
Body Temperature
- Normal range for adults is 97.8-99°F (36.5-37.2°C).
- Variations occur based on factors like gender and time of day.
- Measurement methods include oral, rectal (higher than oral), axillary (lower than oral), ear, and forehead.
- Fever (above 98.6°F) and hypothermia (below 95°F) are abnormal.
- Mercury thermometers should be disposed of properly.
Pulse Rate
- Measures the heart rate in beats per minute (bpm).
- Normal range for adults is 60-100 bpm.
- Can be checked at the neck, inside elbow, or wrist.
- Count for 60 seconds (or 15 seconds x 4).
- Rate increases with exercise and illness.
Respiration Rate
- Measures the breaths per minute.
- Normal range of adults at rest is 12-16 breaths/minute.
- Observe breathing difficulty.
- Rate increases with illness and fever.
Blood Pressure
- Measures blood force against artery walls.
- Reported as two numbers: systolic (contraction) and diastolic (relaxation).
- Normal ranges are not explicitly stated.
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Test your knowledge on vital signs measurements, including body temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure. Understand the normal ranges and methods for measuring these key indicators of health. Perfect for nursing students and healthcare professionals!
