Abnormal VS
Name for HR > 100
Tachycardia
A weight should be obtained how often
Every visit
Blood pressure begin at what age?
3
What is acceptable BP range?
SPB: > 90
BP < 140/90
Your patient has a BP reading of 160/86, what would you do?
Repeat BP, correct size & placement
Verify BP meds
Manual if needed
Term for difficult or labored breathing
Dyspnea
What is the acceptable SA02 range for children 5 years and under?
94% on room air
Heart rate should be taken at what site in normal rooming process
Radial
What is the normal respiratory rate range (per minute) for a healthy adult?
12-20
Your patient is complaining of dizziness and that they passed out before their appointment today, what would you do?
Orthostatic VS
VS - determine any urgent needs
Report to provider
Afebrile
How long do you assess pediatric patients heart rate?
1 minute, until 3 years old is best practice
What must be present to ensure accurate SA02 reading?
Consistent waveform
When is the most appropriate time to check a patients respirations during a normal rooming process?
After you take the pulse
You have a patient arrive to the clinic reporting that they feel SOB and frequently having to pause while talking to catch their breath. SA02 in room is 84% on room air, what do you do?
Notify RN/provider
Place 02, verify if pt uses normally
Ask about other symptoms
Complete VS
What age and/or weight to we stop using baby scale?
Age 3 or 44lbs