Extra Credit Blood Pressure and Vital Signs Flashcard

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How is respiration measured?

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The number of breaths per minute.

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What is the normal range for systolic blood pressure?

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An average normal range of less than 120 mm Hg.

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What additional measurement is taken for infants besides height and weight?

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Head circumference.

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What does body temperature measure?

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The balance between heat produced and heat lost.

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Where is the carotid pulse located?

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On the side of the patient's neck.

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What is diastolic blood pressure?

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The pressure in the arteries when the heart rests between beats.

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What is the average normal range for diastolic blood pressure?

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Typically less than 80 mm Hg.

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What is pulse pressure?

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The difference between systolic and diastolic blood pressure.

Front

What is the normal respiratory rate for adults?

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12 to 20 breaths per minute.

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What is the significance of measuring head circumference in infants?

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It helps assess brain growth and development.