Vitals & Measurements

Question 1

list the parts of mensuration

Answer 1

• height
• weight
• length of extremities
• circumference of head, chest, & abdomen

Question 2

which pts get the circumference of head, chest, & abdomen measured?

Answer 2

infants

Question 3

list factors that can affect body temperature

Answer 3

• metabolic rate
• time of day
• amount of activity

Question 4

when is body temperature generally lower

Answer 4

in morning/after rest