Gomez Lab Vital Signs: Normal Values and Terminology

Vocabulary flashcards covering vital signs terms, their normal values, and related conditions.

Heart Rate

The number of heartbeats per minute; normal range 60–100 bpm.

Bradycardia

Heart rate at or below 60 beats per minute.

Tachycardia

Heart rate at or above 100 beats per minute.

Respiratory Rate

The number of breaths per minute; normal range 12–20 breaths/min.

Bradypnea

Respiratory rate at or below 12 breaths per minute.

Tachypnea

Respiratory rate at or above 20 breaths per minute.

Blood Pressure

The force of circulating blood on arterial walls; normal reading around 120/80 mmHg.

Hypotension

Low blood pressure.

Hypertension

High blood pressure.

Body Temperature

The body's temperature; normal value about 98.6°F (37°C).

Hypothermia

Body temperature below 95°F (35°C).

Hyperthermia

Body temperature at or above 104°F (40°C).

Oxygen Saturation

Percentage of hemoglobin carrying oxygen; normal value > 93%.

Hypoxemia

Oxygen saturation below 90%.