This open access textbook was developed as an introductory resource to guide best practices in vital sign measurement. Using a multi-media approach, it will provide opportunities to read about, observe, practice, and test vital sign measurement. Its intended audience is students in health-related post-secondary programs as well as healthcare providers.
Type of Material:
Open (Access) Textbook sponsored by ecampus Ontartio. Rating is CC BY 4.0 meaning individuals accessing this resource are free to:
Share — copy and redistribute the material in any medium or format
Adapt — remix, transform, and build upon the material for any purpose, even commercially.
Recommended Uses:
This open access textbook can be used in-class, as homework, group assignments, during lecture - both face-to-face and in the online classroom, self-paced learning and as reference material.
Technical Requirements:
Requires internet access. Accessible through Google Crome, Firefox and Internet Edge and Explorer 11. Able to download in four different formats: Print/Digital PDF as well as WP/PB XML. Can also be read online or a print copy can be ordered. Computer video and audio required to access film/audio clips
Authors do indicate the book is best viewed via online, pressbooks format (PB XML)
Identify Major Learning Goals:
Users will
Define the vital signs used in healthcare
Integrate knowledge about anatomy and physiology with vital sign measurement
Evaluate influencing factors related to vital sign measurement
Synthesize knowledge about various methods and techniques of vital sign measurement across the lifespan
Integrate knowledge about alternative methods of vital sign measurements
Assess normal and abnormal vital sign values
Evaluate significance of vital sign findings
Generate best interventions based on vital sign findings
Target Student Population:
The target student population includes College Upper Division, Graduate School, Professional, Vocational Schools, High School healthcare and allied health programs.
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
Basic knowledge of Adobe PDF in order to highlight, take notes and comment
Content Quality
Rating:
Strengths:
This is a comprehensive resource covering Vital Signs.
Content is thorough, current and evidence based/informed.
Throughout the book there are opportunites for knowledge assessment (multiple choice questions and ordering questions) and practical knowledge assessment (identify correct technique through audio or video clips).
There are also flashcards that are printable and technique tips throughout the book, reinforceing best practice.
Knowledge integration is through case studies that include various lifespan scenarios.
The book is visually pleasing, colored images and includes audio and visual clips.
Concerns:
Chart 2.1 should indicate Adult BP norms
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
Rating:
Strengths:
Learning goals are clearly identified at the beginning of the text.
Can be used in a variety of ways that reinforces learning (Audio, visual, conceptual).
Easy to read and understand.
Provides tips throughout the resource to reinforce best practice.
Relationship between individual components is reinforced throughout.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
Rating:
Strengths:
Each format was easy to use, althought Internet Explorer 11 is required to download when using Pressbooks.
Access to audio and video requires copy and past of URL into search engine of choice.
The material was very clear, concise, and easy to navigate.
Creative Commons:
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