Vital Signs Flashcard

Front

What are the basic components of vital signs?

Back

T, P, R, and BP

Front

When do you assess vital signs?

Back

At regular intervals during a hospital stay

Front

What is the normal pulse rate range for healthy adults?

Back

60 to 100 beats/min

Front

What is the normal respiration rate range for healthy adults?

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12 to 20 breaths/min

Front

What is considered a normal blood pressure for healthy adults?

Back

120/80 or less

Front

What does temperature reflect in the human body?

Back

The balance between heat produced and heat lost

Front

What are considered surface temperature sites?

Back

Skin, mouth, and axillae

Front

What is the main way the body produces heat?

Back

Through metabolism

Front

What effect does muscle movement have on body temperature?

Back

It raises body temperature

Front

Which process involves the transfer of heat from the body directly to another surface, such as when the body is immersed in cold water?

Back

Conduction