Vitals
What is the normal range for temperature?
97.6 F to 99.6 F
How do you convert Fahrenheit to Celsius?
C=(F-32)÷1.8
2 primary paient identifiers
name, DOB
what is the abbrevation for past medical history
PMH
What is the factor that only decreases the temperature?
Consuming a cold beverage.
What are the three most common sites to check the pulse?
The radial, Brachial, and carotid pulse.
How do you convert Celsius to Fahrenheit?
F=(C×1.8)+32
why is asking if a paient has recently smoked or drink critial
respiratory condition characterized by inflammation and a inhaler is needed
asthma
What is an example of exertion?
any exercise or a long walk to the exam room.
What is the respiratory rate for newborns?
30 to 40 breaths per minute.
The total milliliter intake for a patient who drank 8 ounces of water, 4 ounces of juice, and 6 ounces of broth
540mL
why does the size of a blood preassure cuff matter
it can give out distored readings
A specific type of allergy must be asked because it affects the choices of dispoasble gloves
latex allergy
What do you do if a vital sign is abnormal?
report to the provider, along with any possible explanation.
What is considered hypertension stage 2?
Systolic 160 or higher
Diastolic 100 ot higher
This standard medical abbreviation is used to document that a patient is restricted from taking any food or fluids by mouth
In an emergency, you pay particular attention to what?
Children, older adults, and patients with accommodations.
this lifestyle factor is a critical component of social history section of paient intake
tobacco/smoking history
What does pain affect in the vitals?
increase blood pressure and heart rate.
What is the cuff side for a small adult
8.7 to 10.2 inches.
What is 99.6 F in C
37.555 C
what is the primary goal of patient safety within the clinical setting?
maximize saftey to avoid paient and staff injury
main reason a paient is seeking medical attention
What are all the factors that affect Vital signs?
consuming hot or cold beverages, anxiety, smoking, exertion, age, pain, illnesses, and beta-blockers.