Module 10: Vital Signs Reflective Short-Answer Exercises
Were Herman's respirations with the normal limits? What is the normal range for respirations?
Yes, his respirations are 14 per minute. Normal is 12-20 per minute
Was it appropriate to take a set of vital signs on Herman? Why or why not?
Yes, it was an appropriate time, since the resident had fallen and was possibly experiencing a change in his medical status
Should the vital signs you obtain be documented? Why or why not?
Yes, the vital signs should be documented since some results are out of the normal range, and record the resident's status at the time of the fall
Was Herman's blood pressure with the normal limits? What is normal range for blood pressure?
No, his BP is elevated at 190/98. Normal is below 120/80
Harman's pulse within normal limits? What is the normal range for an adult pulse?
No, his pulse is 108. Normal pulse for an adult is 60-100 bpm.
What would you need to do with the vital sign equipment after using it on Herman?
The equipment must be cleaned with an alcohol wipe. If a sheath or probe cover is used, it should be removed and discarded into the wastebasket.
Was Herman's temperature normal? What is the normal range for this axillary temperature?
Who is No, his temperature is 99.9 degrees F. Normal for an axillary temperature is 97.6 degrees F
