Vital Signs Flashcards
(17 cards)
What are vital sign guidelines for children’s HR, RR, & BP
The smaller they are the HIGHER the HR & RR
The smaller they are the LOWER the BP
How long should you listen to assess for infants & toddlers HR & RR?
60 seconds - 1 full min
BP of a 2 year old is 92/60.. this BP would be considered ?
Normal
What is the expected temperature for a 3 & 6 month-old?
37.5° C (99.5° F)
This is the standard expected temperature measurement for infants at this age.
What is the expected temperature for a 1-year-old?
37.7 C (99.9° F)
This indicates the typical temperature for toddlers in this age group.
What is the expected temperature for a 5-year-old?
37.0° C (98.6° F)
This is the normal temperature for children at this age.
What is the expected temperature for a 7-year-old?
36.8° C (98.2° F)
This is the expected temperature for children at this age.
What is the expected temperature for a 9 & 11 year-old?
36.7° C (98.1° F)
This reflects the standard temperature for children of this age.
What is the expected temperature for an 13 year-old?
36.6° C (97.9° F)
This is the expected normal temperature for preteens.
What are the recommended routes for measuring temperature in infants?
- Axillary
- Rectal (if exact measurement necessary)
These routes are suggested for accurate temperature readings in young children.
What are the recommended routes for measuring temperature in children aged 3 years and older?
- Axillary
- Tympanic
- Oral (if child cooperative)
- Rectal (if exact measurement necessary)
These methods are suitable for older children, depending on their cooperation.
Fill in the blank: The expected temperature for a 5-year-old is _______.
37.0° C (98.6° F)
This indicates a typical temperature measurement for this age group.
Expected BP range for infants
Systolic 65-78
Diastolic 41-52
BP range for 1yr olds
S: 80-114
D: 34-67
BP range for 3yr old
S: 86-120
D: 44-76
BP for 6yr old
S: 91-125
D: 53-84
BP for 10 years old
S: 97-130
D: 58-90
