TPR Flashcards
What does TPR stand for?
Temperature, Pulse and Respiration
What are the normal temperature ranges for dogs?
38.3 - 38.7 degrees Celsius
What are the normal temperature ranges for cats?
38.0 - 38.5 degrees Celsius
What is it called when an animal has a high temperature?
Pyrexia or Hyperthermia
What is it called when an animal has a low temperature?
Hypothermia
What are the normal pulse ranges for dogs?
60 - 180 beats per minute
What are the normal pulse ranges for cats?
110 - 180 beats per minute
What is it called when an animal has a high pulse rate?
Tachycardia
What is it called when an animal has a low pulse rate?
Bradycardia
What are the normal respiratory ranges for dogs?
10 - 30 breathes per minute
What are the normal respiratory ranges for cats?
20 - 30 breathes per minute
What is it called when an animal has a high respiratory rate?
Tachypnoea
What is it called when an animal has a low respiratory rate?
Bradypnea