Vital Signs

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What is the term for the measurement of the body's temperature?

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Temperature is a vital sign that indicates the body's ability to generate and lose heat.

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What is the normal range for adult blood pressure?

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The normal range for adult blood pressure is typically around 120/80 mmHg.

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What does the term 'systolic blood pressure' refer to?

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Systolic blood pressure is the pressure in the arteries when the heart beats.

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What does the term 'diastolic blood pressure' refer to?

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Diastolic blood pressure is the pressure in the arteries when the heart is at rest between beats.

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What is the term for a slow pulse?

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Bradycardia is the term used to describe a slow pulse, typically below 60 beats per minute.

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What is the term for a fast pulse?

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Tachycardia is the term used to describe a fast pulse, typically above 100 beats per minute.

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What is the normal respiratory rate for an adult at rest?

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The normal respiratory rate for an adult at rest is typically between 12 to 20 breaths per minute.

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How do you assess a patient's pulse?

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You can assess a patient's pulse by feeling for it at various points, such as the radial or carotid artery.

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What is the significance of measuring vital signs?

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Measuring vital signs helps assess the general health and physiological status of a patient.

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What is the term for the absence of breathing?

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Apnea is the term used to describe the absence of breathing.