Course Code: REL-PAC-0-MRVITS
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives:
Describe how to take and record vital signs.
Identify the basic vital signs and what the normal measurements are.
Explain actions when vital sign measurements are outside the normal ranges.
Outline:
Section 1: What Are Vital Signs?
How, What, Why, and When
The Art of Caring
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Temperature
The Importance
Taking and Recording Temperature
Final Steps
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Heart Rate
Why It Is Important
Counting the Heart Rate
Factors that Affect Heart Rate
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Respiration
The Importance
Counting Respirations
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 5: Blood Pressure Overview
The Importance
Measuring Blood Pressure
Cautions
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 6: Oxygen Concentration Overview
Oxygen Levels
Obtaining Oxygen Saturation
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 7: Pain
Why It Is Important
Tips for Measuring Pain
Rating
Alleviating Pain
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 8: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
Subject Matter Expert: Kimberly Matthews, RN
The content for this course was created or revised by Kimberly Matthews, RN obtained a nursing degree from Western Kentucky University in 1998. Ms. Matthews possesses over 20 years of nursing experience with over 17 of those in the Skilled Nursing industry. Ms. Matthews has extensive experience in MDS, restorative nursing programs, and nursing management. Ms. Matthews is currently a Post-Acute Care Content writer and subject matter expert for MDS.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: All Staff; Direct Care Staff; in the following settings: Skilled Nursing Facility.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.