Vital Signs

Question 1

Mind Mapping

Answer 1

Main branches:
Energy/Fatigue
Digestion/ Gut health
Sleep
Emotional/mental health
Lifestyle
Diet
Family History
Past Medical History
What she wants help with

Question 2

What must be done before starting a physical exam?

Answer 2

Wash/sanitize hands before and after, dress professionally, gather all equipment.

Question 3

What are the steps in patient introduction and identification?

Answer 3

Greet, introduce yourself, confirm full name, age, gender, and gather demographic info.

Question 4

How is BP measured and what does it assess?

Answer 4

Sphygmomanometer, upper arm, after 5 min rest. Assesses hypertension/hypotension.

Question 5

How is respiratory rate measured?

Answer 5

Count chest rises for 30 sec x 2; assess breathing function.

Question 6

How is pulse assessed?

Answer 6

Palpate radial pulse 30 sec x 2; check rhythm, strength, rate.

Question 7

How is height and weight measured?

Answer 7

Stadiometer (no shoes), calibrated scale.

Question 8

What does BMI assess?

Answer 8

Weight status: underweight, normal, overweight, obesity.

Question 9

What is the purpose of MUAC and calf circumference?

Answer 9

Assess malnutrition, sarcopenia, muscle mass loss.

Question 10

How do you calculate BMI?

Answer 10

Weight (kg) / Height (m²)

Question 11

What does the Waist:Hip Ratio indicate?

Answer 11

Fat distribution; >0.90 (men), >0.85 (women) = high risk.

Question 12

What is the BRI used for?

Answer 12

Predicts metabolic/cardiovascular risk using waist circumference & height.