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How to Measure Vital Signs


Caregiving Series Volume 10

Vital signs, which include temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure and pain, provide valuable information about an individual's health. This program teaches care providers the skills and techniques necessary to take and record vital signs accurately.The program emphasizes accuracy as the doctor or nurse rely upon this information to evaluate and make decisions about a person's condition and treatment.

Topics Include:
  • Use of a flow sheet
  • Methods for taking body temperature
  • Types of thermometers
  • Methods for taking the pulse
  • Use of a stethoscope
  • Measuring respiration
  • Taking blood pressure
  • Pain scales
  • Measuring weight

Length: 35 minutes

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