Course Description
Measuring vital signs is an essential course designed for PCAs, focusing on the accurate assessment and monitoring of patients' vital signs. Vital signs are critical indicators of a patient's overall health and well-being, and their accurate measurement is crucial for detecting changes in a patient's condition, monitoring their progress, and ensuring appropriate care. This course will cover the proper techniques and guidelines for measuring body temperature, pulse, respiration, oxygen saturation, and blood pressure, as well as the importance of accurate documentation and communication with the healthcare team.
Course Topics
- Identify the four primary vital signs
- Describe the procedures and equipment used to measure each vital sign
- Understand normal ranges and variations in vital signs
- Recognize abnormal vital signs and their potential implications
- Explain the importance of accurate documentation and communication