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Unit 5: Vital signs and Nutrition (Vital Signs (Blood pressure (Ranges,…
Unit 5: Vital signs and Nutrition
Vital Signs
Blood pressure
Measurement
Systolic pressure
Diastolic pressure
Ranges
Low risk
120/80
Medium risk
121-139/80-89
High risk
140+/90+
Temperature
Measurements
Orally
Rectally
Axillary
Armpit
Tympanically
Ear
Skin
Forehead
Ranges
Normal
36.5 - 37.5°C
Hypothermia
< 35.0°C
Fever (hyperthermia)
37.5 - 40°C
Hyperpyrexia
> 40.0°C
Pulse
Measurements
Use middle and index finger
Count beats for 60 seconds
Carotid
Never press both sides
Brachial
Radial
Ulnar
Femoral
Popliteal
Posterior tibial
Dorsalis pedis
Ranges
Normal
60-100 BPM
Bradycardia
Less than 60 BPM
Tachycardia
Greater than 100 BPM
Dysrhythmia
Abnormal rhythm
Respirations
Measurements
Be sneaky when counting
Count number of resps for 60 seconds
Watch piece of clothing move
Put hand on shoulder
Ranges
Normal
12-20 resps/min
Bradypnea
Less than 12 resps/min
Tachypnea
Greater than 20 resps/min
Hyperventilation
Greater than 20 resps/min increased
Nutrition
Nutrition diseases
Nutrient deficiency
Scurvy
Goiter
Rickets
Anemia
Chronic diseases
Heart disease
Cancer
Diabetes
Nutrition plays a role
Osteoporosis
Nutrients
Water
Essential for survival
Minerals
Magnesium
Zinc
Potassium
Iron
Calcium
Sodium
Vitamins
Water soluble
B, C
Fat soluble
A, D, E, K
Proteins
Legumes
Nuts
Seeds
Dairy products
Meats
Lipids
Oils
Margarine
Butter
Carbohydrates
Milk products
Legumes
Fruits
Vegetables
Grains