Vital Signs

How to take and interpret vital signs such as pulse, respirations, blood pressure, pulse oximetry, blood glucose, and ETCO2.

Intermediate - 18 min - Health & Care - PrepMedic

The full course: Learn Patient Care Skills free

What you'll need

• Manual blood pressure cuff: The skill most tests check.
• Stethoscope: Practise readings at home.
• CNA exam prep book: Practice questions and skills.

Books

1. Hartman's Nursing Assistant Care by Susan Alvare Hedman - View on Amazon
2. Mosby's Textbook for Nursing Assistants by Sheila A. Sorrentino - View on Amazon

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