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Define vital signs.

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Measurements that indicate the body’s essential functions: temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.

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What is the normal body temperature range?

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97°F to 99°F (36.1°C to 37.2°C)

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True or false: Pulse rate is measured in beats per minute.

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TRUE

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Fill in the blank: Normal pulse for adults is _______ beats per minute.

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60 to 100

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What does respiration rate measure?

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The number of breaths taken per minute.

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Define blood pressure.

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The force of blood against the walls of arteries, measured in mmHg.

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What is the normal range for blood pressure?

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120/80 mmHg is considered normal.

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True or false: Hypertension is defined as high blood pressure.

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TRUE

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Fill in the blank: Systolic pressure measures pressure during _______.

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heartbeats

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What is diastolic pressure?

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The pressure in arteries when the heart rests between beats.

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Define tachycardia.

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

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What is bradycardia?

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

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True or false: A fever is a body temperature above 100.4°F.

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TRUE

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Fill in the blank: Normal respiration rate for adults is _______ breaths per minute.

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12 to 20

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What is the pulse oximeter used for?

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To measure the oxygen saturation level in the blood.

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Define orthostatic hypotension.

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A drop in blood pressure when standing up from sitting or lying down.

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What does auscultation involve?

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Listening to the internal sounds of the body, typically with a stethoscope.

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True or false: Capillary refill time indicates peripheral circulation.

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TRUE

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Fill in the blank: Capillary refill should be less than _______ seconds.

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2

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What is the purpose of charting vital signs?

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To document patient data for monitoring and treatment decisions.

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Define hypothermia.

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A dangerously low body temperature, typically below 95°F (35°C).

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What does BMI stand for?

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Body Mass Index, a measure of body fat based on height and weight.

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True or false: Pain is considered a vital sign.

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TRUE

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Fill in the blank: The Glasgow Coma Scale assesses _______.

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consciousness

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What is the **normal range** for adult heart rate?
60 to 100 beats per minute.
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Define **febrile**.
Having or showing symptoms of fever.
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What is **hypoxia**?
A deficiency in the amount of oxygen reaching the tissues.
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True or false: **Vital signs** should be taken at the same time daily.
TRUE
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Fill in the blank: **Respiratory distress** may indicate _______ problems.
breathing
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What is the **average respiratory rate** for children?
20 to 30 breaths per minute.
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Define **pulse pressure**.
The difference between systolic and diastolic blood pressure readings.
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What does a **high pulse pressure** indicate?
Possible cardiovascular risk or stiff arteries.
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True or false: **Skin turgor** tests hydration status.
TRUE
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Fill in the blank: **Normal temperature** can vary based on _______.
time of day
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What is the **first step** in measuring blood pressure?
Position the patient comfortably and locate the brachial artery.
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Define **auscultatory gap**.
A temporary disappearance of sounds while measuring blood pressure.
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What is the **normal range** for pediatric blood pressure?
Varies by age; typically lower than adults.
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True or false: **Pain assessment** is subjective.
TRUE
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Fill in the blank: **Temperature** can be measured orally, rectally, or _______.
axillary
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What is the **pulse** site commonly used in adults?
Radial artery at the wrist.
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Define **tachypnea**.
An abnormally rapid breathing rate, typically over 20 breaths per minute.
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What is the **normal range** for neonatal heart rate?
120 to 160 beats per minute.
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True or false: **Blood pressure** can vary with age and activity.
TRUE
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Fill in the blank: **Diastolic pressure** reflects heart _______.
resting phase
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What is the **normal range** for adult respiration rate?
12 to 20 breaths per minute.
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Define **hyperthermia**.
An abnormally high body temperature, often due to illness or heat exposure.
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What does **spO2** measure?
The percentage of oxygen saturation in the blood.
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True or false: **Vasodilation** can lower blood pressure.
TRUE
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Fill in the blank: **Normal pulse** for children is _______ beats per minute.
70 to 120
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What is the **normal range** for infant respiration rate?
30 to 60 breaths per minute.
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Define **anemia**.
A condition characterized by a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin.
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What is the **average blood pressure** for adolescents?
110/70 mmHg is common.
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True or false: **Vital signs** are only taken when a patient is ill.
FALSE
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Fill in the blank: **Blood pressure** is affected by _______ and stress.
activity level
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What is the **normal heart rate** for a newborn?
120 to 160 beats per minute.
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Define **pneumonia**.
An infection that inflames air sacs in one or both lungs.
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What does **hypotension** refer to?
Abnormally low blood pressure, often causing dizziness or fainting.
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True or false: **Vital signs** can indicate changes in health status.
TRUE
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Fill in the blank: **Pain** is often assessed using a _______ scale.
numeric
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What is the **normal range** for adult oxygen saturation?
95% to 100%.
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Define **sepsis**.
A life-threatening response to infection causing tissue damage and organ failure.
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What is the **normal range** for toddler heart rate?
80 to 130 beats per minute.
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True or false: **Chronic pain** can affect vital signs.
TRUE
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Fill in the blank: **Cyanosis** indicates a lack of _______ in the blood.
oxygen
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What is the **normal range** for adult blood pressure?
120/80 mmHg is considered normal.
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Define **dehydration**.
A condition resulting from excessive loss of body fluids.
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What does **monitoring vital signs** help assess?
Patient's overall health and response to treatment.
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True or false: **Vital signs** should be taken in a quiet environment.
TRUE
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Fill in the blank: **Skin temperature** can indicate _______ status.
circulatory
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What is the **normal range** for child blood pressure?
Varies by age; generally lower than adults.
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Define **hypoglycemia**.
A condition characterized by abnormally low blood sugar levels.
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True or false: **Vital signs** are static and do not change.
FALSE
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Fill in the blank: **Fever** is often treated with _______.
antipyretics
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What is the **normal range** for adult temperature?
97°F to 99°F (36.1°C to 37.2°C).
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Define **pulse deficit**.
The difference between the heart rate and the pulse rate.
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What does **respiratory rate** indicate?
The efficiency of the lungs in oxygenating blood.
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True or false: **Vital signs** are only important in emergencies.
FALSE
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Fill in the blank: **Normal blood pressure** can vary with _______.
age and health status
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What is the **normal range** for elderly heart rate?
60 to 100 beats per minute.
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Define **chronic illness**.
A long-lasting condition that can be controlled but not cured.
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What does **vital sign monitoring** help identify?
Trends in a patient's health status over time.
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True or false: **Vital signs** are irrelevant to nursing care.
FALSE
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Fill in the blank: **Normal pulse** for infants is _______ beats per minute.
120 to 160
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What is the **normal range** for elderly respiration rate?
12 to 20 breaths per minute.
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Define **acute illness**.
A sudden onset of a disease or condition that is typically severe.
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What does **vital signs assessment** include?
Measuring temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
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