Blood Pressure
What does systolic blood pressure represent?
Pressure during heart contraction
Normal adult pulse range?
60–100 bpm
Normal adult respirations?
12–20 breaths per minute
What does an EKG measure?
Electrical activity of the heart
First tube in order of draw?
Blood cultures
What is considered normal blood pressure?
<120/<80
Name two pulse locations
Radial, carotid, brachial, etc.
What should you observe when counting respirations?
Rate, rhythm, depth, effort
Where is V1 lead placed?
4th intercostal space, right sternal border
Name one way to prevent hemolysis
Avoid shaking tubes / proper needle size/ Avoid keeping tourniquet on for too long
Name one patient prep step before taking BP
Rest 5 minutes / no caffeine / proper positioning
What condition is a pulse <60 bpm called?
bradycardia
How long can you count respirations for in a patient not exhibiting respiratory distress?
30 seconds then multiply by 2
Name one patient prep step for EKG
Clean skin / remove jewelry / patient still
In what directions should the bevel of a needle be held?
Bevel up
What does blood pressure measure
the force of blood traveling through vessels
Where is the apical pulse site?
5th intercostal space, midclavicular line
What is rapid breathing called?
tachypnea
What position should the patient be in?
supine
At what angle should you insert needle for blood draw
15 degree angle
What happens if the BP cuff is too small?
falsely high bp
What is the most common site to check pulse?
Radial pulse
What is labored breathing called?
dyspnea
Why is correct lead placement important?
Ensures accurate cardiac interpretation
How long can a tourniquet stay on?
No longer than 1 minute