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What is Vital Signs Assessment Guide about?
Vital signs provide basic information about physiological state and include pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiratory rate. The pulse is assessed by rate, rhythm, and comparing radial and femoral pulses. A normal heart rate is 60-100 bpm; less is bradycardia and more is tachycardia. Rhythm should be regular. Blood pressure is measured using a sphygmomanometer on the brachial artery; normal ranges are 90-120 mmHg systolic and 60-80 mmHg diastolic. Normal temperature is 36.6-37.2°C. Respiratory rate
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