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VITALS - Coggle Diagram
VITALS
Contraindications for taking vitals
IV catheter
Deformity or surgical history
lymphadema
affected side of hemiparesis
Blood Pressure
Norms
120/80 - 90/60
Symptoms of low BP
Lightheadedness, dizziness, blurry vision, weakness, fainting, confusion
Symptoms of hypertension
no symptoms
Hypertensive crisis
Severe Headache, chest pain, shortness of breath, anxiety seizure, loss of consciousness, vision loss, difficulty with speech, sudden numbness or weakness on one side of the body
Sit person down or lay them back and call for help
Pulse Rate/HR
60-100 BMP
Symptoms of High pulse rate
sensation of a racing heartbeat, chest pain, fainting, lightheadedness, shortness of breath, fatigue
Symptoms of low pulse rate
chest pain, confusion, dizziness, fatigue, fainting
Oxygen saturation
90-100%
Symptoms of hypoxemia
headache, difficulty breathing, difficulty breathing or sharpness, rapid HR, coughing, wheezing, confusion, bluish skin, lips, fingernails
Respiration
12-18 Breathes PM
Symptoms of breathing problems
difficulty catching breath, noisy breathing, fast/shallow breaths, blueish pale/clammy/cold skin, increased HR, wheezing, chest pain,
Temperature
97.8-99.1 F