PLTW: MD Vital Signs

Front

What is pulse measured in?

Back

Beats per minute

Front

What is the average adult body temperature?

Back

98.6 degrees

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-3

Front

What happens to your pulse and respiratory rate when you perform jumping jacks?

Back

They speed up.

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-3

Front

How is pulse measured?

Back

By placing two fingers on the wrist.

Front

What is considered a normal blood pressure?

Back

120/80 mmHg.

Front

What does a thermometer measure?

Back

Body temperature.

Front

What is the normal range for adult pulse rate?

Back

60 to 100 beats per minute.

Front

What is the significance of measuring vital signs?

Back

They provide essential information about a person's health.

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-3

Front

What instrument is used to measure blood pressure?

Back

Sphygmomanometer.

Front

What is the average respiratory rate for adults?

Back

12 to 20 breaths per minute.