The student nurse is assessing the vital signs of a 10-year-old client. What are the expected values for a client of this age?
a. P, 140; R, 50; BP, 80/50
b. P, 100; R, 40; BP, 90/60
c. P, 80; R, 22; BP, 110/70
d. P, 60; R, 12; BP, 160/90
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P, 80; R, 22; BP, 110/70 are expected findings in a 10-year-old client. The normal pulse range for a 10-year-old is 75 to 100 beats per minute, and the normal respiratory rate is 20 to 30 breaths per minute. The average blood pressure for a 10-year-old is 110/65 mm Hg.
P, 140; R, 50; BP, 80/50 are not expected values for a 10-year-old client.
P, 100; R, 40; BP, 90/60 are not expected values for a 10-year-old client.
P, 60; R, 12; BP, 160/90 are not expected values for a 10-year-old client.
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