Instructions: Write 'T' for True or 'F' for False next to each statement.
- A normal heart rate for adults is between 60 and 100 beats per minute. _____
- The normal respiratory rate for children is higher than that of adults. ______
- Blood pressure is measured in degrees Fahrenheit. ______
- A normal body temperature can vary slightly from person to person. ______
- Heart Rate
a. The number of breaths taken in one minute.
- Respiratory Rate
b. The force of blood against the walls of the arteries.
- Blood Pressure
c. The number of times the heart beats in one minute.
- Temperature
d. A measure of the body’s internal heat.
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Instructions: Answer the following questions in complete sentences.
- Why are vital signs important in healthcare?
- _________________________________________________
- How can you measure your own heart rate?
- _________________________________________________