Explain the normal range of each of the four primary vital signs

What will be an ideal response?


The normal range for blood pressure:
Less than 120 mm Hg systolic and 80 mm Hg diastolic; 120/80

The normal range for pulse:
60 to 80 beats per minute (BPM)


The normal range for respiration:
12 to 20 respirations per minute (RPM)

The normal range for temperature:
Child: 97°F to 99°F
Adult: 97°F to 99°F
Geriatric patient (over 70 years old): 96°F to 99°F

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