Vital Sign Ranges
What is the range for PULSE from adolescence to adulthood?
60-100 BPM
Where is the apical pulse located?
The bottom of the heart and lungs in line with the midline.
How many times is catheter care performed daily?
at least 2 times a day
NAME THE BED POSITION: Entire bed frame is parallel to the floor
Flat Bed Position
What are the characteristics of NORMAL skin? (Name 1)
Intact without abrasions, warm and moist, localized changes in texture across surface, good turgor, skin color variation from body part to body part
What is the respiration range from adolescence to adulthood?
What are the two factors that can influence oral temperature readings?
Smoking a cigarette
What disease does proper oral care prevent?
Gingivitis or periodontitis and tooth destruction
NAME THE BED POSITION: The head of bed is raised by 30 degrees
Semi-Fowlers (Low-Fowlers)
What is the most common places on the body to get pressure ulcers?
Bony prominences (ex: elbow)
What is the range for pre-hypertension for systolic pressure?
120 - 139
What is two common errors when reading blood pressure?
-the limb used for measurement is above the level of the heart
-the rubber bladder in the cuff is not completely deflated before reading is taken
-the pressure in the cuff is release too rapidly
-the cuff is applied improperly
-the cuff does not fit correctly and is the wrong size
-instruments are defective
How long is a Sitz bath?
20-30 minutes.
NAME THE BED POSITION: The head of the bed is raised to a 45-90 degree angle.
Fowler's (High Fowler's)
Two common mechanical forces that lead to pressure ulcers?
Shearing force and friction.
What is the range for hypertension for diastolic pressure?
90 or higher
How do you convert celsius to fahrenheit?
(F-32) x 5/9
How do you clean the eye during bathing?
From inner to outer crevis without soap
NAME THE BED POSITION: The entire bed is tilted downward toward the head of the bed with no break in the middle of the bed.
Trendelburg's
What is the first line of defense against infection by invasion from pathogenic organisms?
Intact skin
What are the ranges for blood pressure in adults
100- 119 systolic/60-79 diastolic mmHg
What is the name of the sounds heard during auscultation of blood pressure?
What is the recommended water temperature for a warm water tub bath?
109.4 Degrees Fahrenheit (43 degrees Celsius)
NAME THE BED POSITION: The entire bed frame is titled downward toward the foot of the bed with no break in the middle of the bed
Reverse Trendelenburgs
2.5 million