click below
click below
Normal Size Small Size show me how
vitals
BP, temp, respiration and HR readings
| reading | range/type |
|---|---|
| 12-20 | normal breaths per minute |
| 95-140 | normal systolic range/ BP |
| 60-90 | normal diastolic range/ BP |
| 120/80 | "classic" normal BP |
| diastolic pressure >90 | Hypertension |
| diastolic pressure<50 | Hypotension |
| 95-100% | normal blood O2 |
| <85% | inadequate perfusion of O2 |
| <60 | sinus bradycardia |
| 150-250 | ventricular tachycardia |
| 100-180 | sinus tachycardia |
| 98.2-99.6 | Normal temp (oral) F |
| 36.6-37.6 | Normal temp (oral) C |
| .5-1.0 higher than oral | Rectal temp |
| .5-1.0 lower than oral | Axial temp |
| 100.4 F or higher | Fever for adults |
| Digital electronic, Glass, Tympanic, and Disposable | 4 Thermometer types: |