Pediatric Vital Signs Glossary of Terms
The following are health and medical definitions of terms that appear in the Pediatric Vital Signs article.
American Academy of Pediatrics: AAP. Its member pediatricians "dedicate their efforts and ... See the entire definition of American Academy of PediatricsBlood pressure: The blood pressure is the pressure of the blood within the arteries. It is... See the entire definition of Blood pressureHeart: The muscle that pumps blood received from veins into arteries throughout the body. ... See the entire definition of HeartHeart rate: The number of heartbeats per unit of time, usually per minute. The heart rate ... See the entire definition of Heart rateNormal range: Characteristic of 95 percent of values from a normal population. The remaini... See the entire definition of Normal rangePediatric: Pertaining to children. Pediatrics: The field of medicine that is concerned with the health of infants, children, ... See the entire definition of PediatricsPulse: The rhythmic dilation of an artery that results from beating of the heart. Pulse is... See the entire definition of PulseRespiratory: Having to do with respiration. Respiratory rate: The number of breaths per minute or, more formally, the number of moveme... See the entire definition of Respiratory rateSystolic: The blood pressure when the heart is contracting. It is specifically the maximum... See the entire definition of SystolicVital: Necessary to maintain life. For example, breathing is a vital function. 
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