Vital Signs Flashcards by Elizabeth Riemersma | Brainscape

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What is adult normotension?

A

SBP ≥100mmHg

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What is adult hypotension?

A

SBP ≤90mmHg

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What is adult bradycardia?

A

HR <50 BPM

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What is adult tachycardia?

A

≥100 BPM

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What is adult tachypnea?

A

RR ≥28 breaths/min

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RR 0-3 months

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30-60

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RR 3-6 months

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30-60

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RR 6-12 months

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25-45

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RR 1-3 years

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20-30

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RR 6 yrs

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16-24

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RR 10 yr old

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14-20

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HR 0-3 months

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90-180

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HR 3-6 months

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80-160

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HR 6-12 months

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80-140

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HR 1-3 yrs

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75-130

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HR 6 yrs

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70-110

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HR 10 yrs

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60-90

Q

What is the pediatric normotension formula?

A

SBP ≥90mmHg + (2 x age in years)

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What is the pediatric hypotension formula?

A

SBP <70 + (2 x age in years)

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What is the pediatric weight formula?

A

(age x 2) + 10

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What is hypoglycemia in patients <2 years old?

A

<3.0 mmol/L

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What is hypoglycemia in patients ≥2 years old?

A

<4.0 mmol/L

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What is the definition of altered?

A

a GCS that is less than normal for the patient.

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What is the definition of unaltered?

A

a GCS that is normal for the patient. This may be a GCS <15.