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Vital Signs
Terms and Definitions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Temperature | Measures body heat |
| Pulse | Heart beats per minute |
| Respiration | Breaths per minute |
| Blood Pressure | Force of blood against artery walls |
| Oxygen Saturation | Percentage of oxygen in the blood |
| Systolic pressure | The "lubb". |
| Diastolic pressure | The "dubb" |
| Korotkoff | The distinct tapping and murmuring noises |
| Normal BPM range | 60-100 |
| Normal RPM range | 12-20 |