Ch. 4: Vital Signs Flashcards
1
Q
General inspection
A
initial observations, begins the moment the nurse meets the patient
2
Q
General appearance of the patient includes:
A
observation of his/her age, skin, and hygiene
3
Q
Baseline indicators of the health status of the patient
A
vital signs, pain assessment, height, and weight
4
Q
Safest and most accurate way to take temperature
A
oral
5
Q
Heart rate is assessed most commonly through
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palpation of the pulse, documentation should include rate and rhythm
6
Q
Respiratory rate involves
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counting the number of times the patient completes a cycle of inhalation and exhalation, should be conducted when the patient is unaware, documentation should include rhythm, depth, and effort
