Critical Thinking Medical History Vital Signs 
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NOVEMBER 22, 2024
Once in the emergency department, nurses conduct quick evaluations of patients, checking vital signs, gathering medical histories, and performing physical examinations. The ability to think critically and act decisively is paramount, as conditions can change rapidly.
Minority Nurse
SEPTEMBER 4, 2023
The triage nurse obtains his vital signs: blood pressure 134/82 mm Hg, respirations 30 breaths per minute, heart rate 102 bpm, temperature 99.8 History and Assessment Mr. Salzo’s medical history is significant for childhood asthma and hypertension. with difficulty breathing. I kind of feel discombobulated.”
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