TITLE OF THE TOPIC.

TITLE OF THE PROCEDURE.

DEFINITION.

PURPOSES/INDICATIONS.

ARTICLES REQUIRED.

STEPS OF THE PROCEDURE

Steps.

AFTER CARE

Rationale.

4.VITAL SIGNS.
TEMPERATURE-ORAL.

DEFINITION.
Taking vital signs are defined as the procedure that takes the sign of basic physiology that
includes temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure. If any abnormality occurs in the
body, vital signs change immediately.
PURPOSES/INDICATIONS.
1. To assess the clients condition
2. To determine the baseline values for future comparisons
3. To detect changes and abnormalities in the condition of the client
ARTICLES REQUIRED.
1. Oral/ axilla / rectal thermometer (1)
2. Stethoscope (1)
3. Sphygmomanometer with appropriate cuff size (1)
4. Watch with a second hand (1)
5. Spirit swab or cotton (1)
6. Sponge towel (1)
7. Paper bag (2): for clean (1)
for discard (1)
8. Record form
9. Ball- point pen: blue (1)
black (1)
red (1)
10. Steel tray (1): to set all materials

STEPS OF THE PROCEDURE

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Steps
. Wash your hands.

AFTER CARE
Report an abnormal reading to the senior staff.

Rationale
Handwashing prevents the spread of
infection