chapter 13 vital signs Flashcards
1
Q
What is all in vital sign assessment
A
respiration; pulse; skin color, temperature, and condition (plus capillary refill in infants and children); pupils; and blood pressure.
2
Q
the cuff and gauge used to measure blood pressure.
A
sphygmomanometer (SFIG-mo-mah-NOM-uh-ter)
3
Q
the ratio of the amount of oxygen present in the blood to the amount that could be carried, expressed as a percentage.
A
oxygen saturation (SpO2)
