Chpt. 17 - Vitals Flashcards
1
Q
Six Vital Signs
A
Temp. (T)
Pulse (P)
Respirations (RR)
Blood Pressure (BP)
Oxygen Sat. (Sp02)
Pain (Subjective)
2
Q
Normal Body Temp. Range
A
97.0 F - 99.6 F
3
Q
Febrile
A
Indicate Having A Fever
4
Q
Afebrile
A
Indicate Not Having A Fever
5
Q
Anti-Pyretic
A
Fever Reducing Medication
6
Q
Hypothermia
A
Temp. Below 95 F (35 C)
7
Q
Hyperthermia
A
Temp. Above 105 F
8
Q
Assess Vitals Every _____
A
8 hrs
9
Q
Asses Vitals on Unstable Patient every _______
A
5 - 15 mins
10
Q
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