CNA

Supine

A position where a patient lies flat on their back, facing upwards.

Lateral

A position where a patient lies on either side.

Prone

A position where a patient lies flat on their stomach, facing downwards.

Sims

A position where a patient lies on their side with the upper leg bent and drawn up towards the chest

Flextion

bending a body part

Extension

the straightening of a body part

Oral Temperature

Under the tongue; 97.6 - 99.6

Axillary Temperture

A measurement taken in the armpit, typically 96.6 - 98.6°F.

Rectal Temperture

A measurement taken in the rectum, typically 98.6 - 100.6°F.

Tympanic Temperture

A measurement taken in the ear, typically 98.2 - 100.2°F.

Temporal

temperature taken on the forehead, typically 97.2 - 100.1°F.

Normal Pulse

60-100 bpm

Radial Pulse

the wrist

Brachial Pulse

inside the elbow

Carotid Pulse

the neck

Apical Pulse

Heardover the heart using a stethoscope.

Normal Blood Pressure Range

90/60 to 140/90