Vital signs

Question 1

Oxygen saturation:

Answer 1

normal: 94-100%
low oxygen: hypoxia

note: some patients may naturally present with lower levels Ex: COPD patients

Question 2

Temperature:

Answer 2

normal: 97.8-99F (36.5-37.2c)
<95F (35c): hypothermia
>104F (40c): hyperthermia

Question 3

look at page 15 for info on blood pressure numbers

Question 4

Respirations:

Answer 4

normal: 12-20
<95F (35c): bradypnea
<104F (40c): tachypnea

Question 5

Pulse:

Answer 5

normal: 60-100
>100: tachycardia
<60: bradycardia