Vital Signs

Front

What is the most accurate mode of taking temperature?

Back

Rectal

Front

What is considered a normal blood pressure reading?

Back

120/80 mmHg is considered normal; however, 138/88 is slightly elevated but may still be acceptable in some contexts.

Front

What is the normal pulse rate for an adult?

Back

60-100 beats per minute.

Front

What does dyspnea mean?

Back

Difficulty breathing.

Front

How do you check respirations in a conscious patient?

Back

Touch their chest or watch the chest for movement.

Front

What is the significance of monitoring vital signs?

Back

Vital signs provide critical information about a patient's physiological status.

Front

What are the four primary vital signs?

Back

Temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.

Front

What is the normal range for adult respiratory rate?

Back

12-20 breaths per minute.

Front

What factors can affect blood pressure readings?

Back

Age, weight, physical activity, stress, and overall health.

Front

What is tachycardia?

Back

A condition where the heart rate exceeds 100 beats per minute.