Nursing Fundementals

4. the resting phase of the heart when the heart fills with blood; the bottom number of a blood pressure reading (diastolic).
6. a doctor’s order that limits the resident’s fluid intake.
7. a unit of measure in the metric system used to determine weight.
11. a pulse rate more than 100 beats per minute
14. the working phase of the heart when the heart is pumping blood to the body; the top number of a blood pressure reading (diastolic)
15. normal breathing
16. also called exhalation and involves the breathing out of carbon dioxide through the nose and mouth, the chest falls.
17. a respiratory rate less than 12 breaths per minute

1. orders a doctor write that state how much fluid a resident must drink per day to maintain fluid balance.
2. low blood pressure
3. a unit of measure in the metric system used to count fluids; is equal to 1 cubic centimeter.
5. an accurate measuring device for fluids used in a health care setting.
8. with a fever
9. a respiratory rate more than 20 breaths per minute
10. a pulse rate less than 60 beats per minute
12. the amount of fluid taken in by the body.
13. painful or difficult breathing
15. when fluid intake is more that fluid output and body tissues swell with water.
18. no breathing