Vital Signs - Week 3

Temperature

100

What is the normal range for adult body temperature in Fahrenheit?

What is  97.7 - 100.4

• Rationale: The normal body temperature range for adults is typically between 97.7 - 100.4 F, indicating a healthy state.

200

What term describes a body temperature above the normal range?

• What is fever?
• Rationale: Fever is defined as a body temperature above the normal range, often indicating infection or illness.

300

What term describes a body temperature below the normal range?

• What is hypothermia?
• Rationale: Hypothermia occurs when the body temperature drops below the normal range, which can be dangerous and requires immediate attention.

400

What method is commonly used to measure body temperature in the ear?

• What is tympanic temperature measurement?
• Rationale: Tympanic temperature measurement involves using an ear thermometer to assess body temperature.

Pulse

100

What is the normal range for adult heart rate (beats per minute)?

• What is 50 to 95 bpm?
• Rationale: A normal adult heart rate ranges from 50 to 95 beats per minute, indicating a healthy cardiovascular system.

200

What term describes a heart rate below 60 beats per minute?

• What is bradycardia?
• Rationale: Bradycardia is defined as a heart rate below 60 beats per minute, which can indicate an underlying health issue.

300

What term describes a heart rate above 100 beats per minute?

• What is tachycardia?
• Rationale: Tachycardia is defined as a heart rate above 100 beats per minute, often indicating stress, anxiety, or a medical condition.

400

 What method is commonly used to measure the pulse at the wrist?

• What is 2 or 3 fingers, but no thumb?
• Rationale: Radial pulse measurement involves feeling the pulse at the wrist to assess heart rate and rhythm.

Respiration

100

What is the normal range for adult respiratory rate (breaths per minute)?

• What is 16 to 25 breaths per minute?
• Rationale: The normal respiratory rate for adults is between 16 and 25 breaths per minute, indicating healthy lung function.

200

What term describes a respiratory rate below 12 breaths per minute?

• What is bradypnea?
• Rationale: Bradypnea is defined as a respiratory rate below 12 breaths per minute, which can indicate respiratory depression or other health issues.

300

What term describes a respiratory rate above 25 breaths per minute?

• What is tachypnea?
• Rationale: Tachypnea is defined as a respiratory rate above 25 breaths per minute, often indicating respiratory distress or other medical conditions.

400

What method is commonly used to measure respiratory rate?

• What is observation?
• Rationale: Observation involves watching the patient's chest rise and fall to count the number of breaths per minute.

Blood Presure

100

What is the normal range for adult blood pressure (systolic/diastolic)?

• What is 90/60 mmHg to 120/80 mmHg?
• Rationale: Normal blood pressure for adults typically ranges from 90/60 mmHg to 120/80 mmHg, indicating healthy cardiovascular function.

200

What term describes a blood pressure reading above 140/90 mmHg?

• What is hypertension?
• Rationale: Hypertension is defined as a blood pressure reading above 140/90 mmHg, which can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.

300

What term describes a blood pressure reading below 90/60 mmHg?

• What is hypotension?
• Rationale: Hypotension is defined as a blood pressure reading below 90/60 mmHg, which can cause dizziness and fainting.

400

What method is commonly used to measure blood pressure?

•  What is sphygmomanometer?
• Rationale: Sphygmomanometer involves using a blood pressure cuff and gauge to measure systolic and diastolic blood pressure.

O2 Sat

100

What is the normal range for oxygen saturation in the blood (percentage)?

•  What is 95% to 100%?
• Rationale: Normal oxygen saturation levels range from 95% to 100%, indicating adequate oxygenation of the blood.

200

What term describes an oxygen saturation level below 90%?

• What is hypoxemia?
• Rationale: Hypoxemia is defined as an oxygen saturation level below 90%, which can indicate respiratory or cardiovascular problems.

300

What device is commonly used to measure oxygen saturation?

• What is a pulse oximeter?
• Rationale: A pulse oximeter is a non-invasive device used to measure oxygen saturation levels in the blood.

400

What term describes the condition of having normal oxygen saturation levels?

• What is normoxia?
• Rationale: Normoxia refers to having normal oxygen saturation levels, indicating healthy respiratory function.