Vital Signs

Front

A fast pulse is also called...

Back

Tachycardia

Front

Normal respirations are .....

Back

12-20 per minute

Front

The most accurate mode of taking temperature is...

Back

Rectal

Front

Average temperature is ...

Back

98.6°F

Front

The first 'thump' you hear when taking a blood pressure is....

Back

The systolic blood pressure

Front

What is bradycardia?

Back

A slow pulse, typically below 60 beats per minute.

Front

What does tachypnea refer to?

Back

Rapid breathing, typically over 20 breaths per minute.

Front

What is the normal range for adult blood pressure?

Back

120/80 mmHg is considered normal.

Front

What is the significance of diastolic blood pressure?

Back

It measures the pressure in the arteries when the heart rests between beats.

Front

What is the average body temperature in Celsius?

Back

37°C