The purpose of this textbook is to help learners develop best practices in vital sign measurement. Using a multi-media approach will provide opportunities to read about, observe, practice, and test vital sign measurement. Flash cards can be printed, summations are provided, and reviews are plentiful.
Type of Material:
Open (Access) Textbook
Recommended Uses:
This book can be used a a supplement for beginning healthcare workers.
It is best used as a self-paced book.
Homework
In class activity
Technical Requirements:
Internet access
Web browser
Identify Major Learning Goals:
The purpose of this textbook is to help develop students develop best practices in vital sign measurement.
The learner will:
State five points about vital sign measurement
Explain why temperature is measured
Name 4 different places where a pulse can be measured
State the normal levels of oxygen saturation
Explain the meaning of the systolic and diastolic BP measurements
Target Student Population:
College Lower Division
Career programs
College Upper Division
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
No prerequisites are needed, except basis computer skills.
Content Quality
Rating:
Strengths:
The content is well-developed, accurate, valid, and reliable.
Vital signs are used worldwide as part of a patient assessment.
The content is brief but complete in explaining vital signs.
It is up to date.
Vital signs are an essential part of healthcare.
The content reinforces the material taught in the program.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
Rating:
Strengths:
This book teaches students the basics of vital sign measurement.
The material facilitates learning by including a summary, questions/answers at the end of each chapter, and a chapter devoted to case studies.
Concepts are clearly presented.
This material is concise and not overwhelming for students.
Only pictures, diagrams, and words are used. It is not interactive.
Examples are provided.
The material is explained, and learning is tested.
Objectives for each chapter and the book as a whole are provided.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
Rating:
Strengths:
Students can easily access the book, comprehend the learing, and apply the material within their program.
The information is presented in a textbook form, which is familiar to students.
The material is easy to navigate.
Feedback is provided by answering the end-of-chapter questions.
It is self-contained without external links.
The presentation of each concept is clear without distractions.
New terms are defined and explained.
All items are in working order.
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