What is the main purpose in taking an individual's vital signs?

a. to assess the conditions of the various body systems
b. to see that body systems are stimulated
c. to achieve a balance in tachycardia
d. to determine if the patient is conscious


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A Correct.
B This is not the main purpose of taking an individual's vital signs.
C You would not want a balance in tachycardia.
D This could be determined without taking an individual's vital signs.

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