Vital Signs

Front

What are the four main vital signs?

Back

Temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure.

Front

What should be noted about a pulse?

Back

Rate, rhythm, and volume.

Front

Where is radial (wrist) pulse measured?

Back

On the thumb side of the patient's wrist.

Front

A fast pulse is also called...

Back

Tachycardia.

Front

The area of the body where you take a radial pulse is...

Back

The wrist.

Front

What is the normal range for adult body temperature?

Back

Approximately 97°F to 99°F (36.1°C to 37.2°C).

Front

What does bradycardia refer to?

Back

A slower than normal heart rate, typically below 60 beats per minute.

Front

What is the significance of measuring blood pressure?

Back

It helps assess the force of blood against the artery walls, indicating cardiovascular health.

Front

What is the normal respiratory rate for adults?

Back

12 to 20 breaths per minute.

Front

What does tachypnea refer to?

Back

An abnormally rapid breathing rate, typically over 20 breaths per minute.