PBS 2.1.2

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High blood pressure is also called

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Hypertension

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Normal respirations are .....

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12-20 per minute

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A pulse site at the neck

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Carotid

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Systolic and diastolic pressure are measured in units of

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mmHg

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The abbreviation used to record oxygen saturation as measured by a pulse oximeter is

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SpO₂

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What is the normal range for adult heart rate?

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60-100 beats per minute

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What does the term 'tachycardia' refer to?

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An abnormally fast heart rate, typically over 100 beats per minute.

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What is the function of a pulse oximeter?

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To measure the oxygen saturation level in the blood.

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What is hypotension?

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Abnormally low blood pressure.

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What does 'bradycardia' mean?

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An abnormally slow heart rate, typically below 60 beats per minute.