VITAL SIGNS SERIES (4 Programs) DVD
This four-part series on vital signs covers temperature, pulse, respirations and blood pressure.
TEMPERATURE
Defines normal temperature, and demonstrates techniques for obtaining temperatures with a variety of thermometers using various body sites. Presents the selection of equipment and site, charting, evaluating, and reporting findings. 16 minutes
PULSE
Defines normal pulse, and demonstrates the techniques for obtaining a pulse with a variety of equipment using various body sites. Covers the selection of equipment and site, charting, evaluating, and reporting findings. 15 minutes
RESPIRATIONS
Defines normal respirations, depicts and discusses abnormal respiratory patterns, and demonstrates various methods for counting respirations. Shows the use of the stethoscope, pulse oximeter, and apnea monitor. Stresses the importance of charting, evaluating, and reporting findings. 10 minutes
BLOOD PRESSURE
Defines normal blood pressure, and demonstrates techniques for obtaining blood pressures with a variety of equipment using various body sites. Presents the selection of equipment and site, charting, evaluating, and reporting findings. 16 minutes
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