vital signs: 2 questions Flashcards
1
Q
what are the five most common vital signs?
A
temperature, blood pressure, pulse, pulse ox, respirations
2
Q
what is the average body temperature range?
A
96.8-100.4
3
Q
Below what degree is considered hypothermia?
A
95 degrees
4
Q
what temperature is rectal considered?
A
0.9 degrees higher than oral
5
Q
Where is pulse most often used in infants?
A
Brachial
6
Q
Where is pulse most often used in adults?
A
Radial
7
Q
Where are all 8 sites of pulses located?
A
Carotid (neck), Brachial (elbow), Radial (wrist thumb side), Ulnar (wrist, pinky side), Femoral (groin), Popliteal (behind knee), Posterior tibial (inside ankle), Dorsalis pedis (foot, big toe side)
8
Q
How many seconds does apical pulse need to be listened too?
A
60 seconds
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