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UNIT 6 Vital signs Vital Signs Introduction Vital signs are essential physiological measurements that provide critical information about a patient’s health status. They include temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation. Some sources also include pain and capillary refill as additional indicators of vital functions. 1. Body Temperature Definition: Body temperature is the balance between heat produced by the body and heat lost to the environment. It is regulated