VITAL SIGNS l RETURN DEMONSTRATION (Student Nurse)

Summary

This video, presented by student nurse Shantal Lati, demonstrates the proper procedure for taking vital signs. It covers checking temperature, pulse rate, respiratory rate, and blood pressure, also considering pain as a vital sign. The demonstration is performed on a patient, with explanations of each step and the importance of accurate vital sign assessment.

Highlights

Introduction and Patient Assessment00:00:21

The student nurse, Shantal Lati, introduces herself and asks the patient for his name and birthday. She then explains the importance of taking vital signs to assess for any health problems, outlining the four main components: blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, and respiratory rate, with pain also considered a vital sign. The a pain scale is used to assess the patient's pain level.

Checking Temperature00:01:59

The first vital sign demonstrated is taking the patient's temperature using a thermometer. The nurse places the thermometer and waits for a few seconds for the reading.

Checking Pulse Rate00:03:22

Next, the student nurse proceeds to check the patient's pulse rate.

Checking Blood Pressure00:05:44

The video then shows the process of taking the patient's blood pressure using a sphygmomanometer and stethoscope.

Results and Conclusion00:08:43

After taking all vital signs, the student nurse informs the patient that all his vital signs are normal. She then lists the specific readings: body temperature at 36.5°C, pulse rate at 86, respiratory rate at 17, and blood pressure at 110/75.