Clinical
Vital Signs
Measurements used to assess basic physiological functions, commonly including temperature, pulse.
Definition
Vital Signs are measurements used to assess basic physiological functions, commonly including temperature, pulse, respiratory rate, and blood pressure.
Why it matters
Vital signs provide important information about a patient's current clinical status.
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