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Vital signs - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Vital signs are measures of various physiological statistics, often taken by health professionals, in order to assess the most basic body functions. Vital signs are an essential part of a case presen...
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The vital signs include body temperature, pulse (heart rate), respiratory rate (breathing), and blood pressure. The normal vital sign values change with aging. ... Medications that are used to treat common disorders in the elderly may also have a profound effect on the vital signs.
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This chart is under the assumption that you know how to take vital signs already. If you do not , I urge you to learn how to, there are some great "How To's" in the Alpharubicon medical section. You could copy this chart and keep it handy with your medical "stash".
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