
RehabManagement
Sept. 22, 2022
By Kaila Morin, PT, DPT, CBIS
Did you know that there are not only five … but six vital signs?
Body temperature, blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and oxygen saturation are the most commonly known vital signs that can provide a good snapshot of a person’s overall health and status. Monitoring these indicators over time can identify subtle changes and irregularities that may be indicative of a more serious problem and may help inform future treatment plans.