Vital Signs

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What does 'afebrile' mean?

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A term used to describe 'without fever' or a normal body temperature.

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What are the 4 main vital signs?

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Temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure.

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What is dyspnea?

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Difficulty breathing.

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What is tachycardia?

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A fast pulse.

Front

What should be noted about a pulse?

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Rate, rhythm, and volume.

Front

What does 'pyrexia' refer to?

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A term used to describe fever.

Front

What is the normal range for adult body temperature?

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

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What is bradycardia?

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A slow pulse.

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What does SpO2 measure?

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The oxygen saturation level in the blood.

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What is the significance of blood pressure?

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It measures the force of blood against the walls of the arteries.