Temp
98.6 degrees Fahrenheit
what is pulse?
Pluse is the wave felt as the heart contracts and pouches blood though the aorta.
Normal adult range
12 to 20 per min
what does SpO2 stands for
peripheral oxygen saturation
what does BMI stand for
Body mass index
What are all the Temperature sites?
Rectal, Oral, Temporal, Axillary, Tympanic
Factors affecting pluse
physical exercise, emotional state, gender, medication
Types of respirations
External respiration and Internal reperations
Normal oxygen levels
95% to 100%
How do you calculate BMI
BMI= weight(lbs)x703/height(in)^2
exercise, eating, drinking, smoking
what is a irregular hear rhythm called
arrhythmia or dysrhythmia
4 Factors affecting respiratory rate
physical activity, emotional stae, fever and age
What does Below 90% mean
Indicates low oxygen saturation (hypoxemia)
What is BMI used for?
Estimates how much of your overall body weight is fat versus lean tissue
list three factors that affect body temp.
pregnancy, environment, emotional status
why should you not use your thumb when taking pulse
You will feel your own pulse
How is it measured?
By counting the number of times the chest or abdomen rises and falls for one full minute
The most common way to measure SpO2
using a pulse oximeter
What is the normal range for BMI
18.5 to 24.9
Stages of a fever
1.Onset 2.Course 3.Subsiding 4.Fever patterns 5.Continuous 6.Remittent
Sites of Pulse
radial, apical, brachial, Ulnar, Temporal, carotid, femoral, Dorsalis Pedis/Posterior Tibial
what is a fast heart rate
tachypnea
How can SP02 be affected
acrylic nails, Skin Pigmentation, being cold, Environmental lighting, sensor positioning & movement
what might affect height and weight
lifestyle, nutrition, hormones, and overall health