Vital signs

123lisa · May 9, 2001

I am not a ped nurse but would suggest you post this in the ped section of allnurses.

It may draw upon some very experienced nurses.

good luck

Lisa

CEN35 · May 9, 2001

Let's see...... ##, irregular or regular, tachy, brady, AP heart ate and sounds,nasal flaring, breath sounds, skin color plays an important role...as most peds rarely have a cardiac condition. Usually the problem is respiratory related, or hypovolemic realted, unless they are really young and there is a possibility of a fossa ovalis.

Rick

CEN35 · May 9, 2001

P.S. - Put up a post that says, "ATTENTION: NURS4KIDS" she is really helpfull, and will probably have more insight on this subject then I.

Rick :)