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vital signs

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plural noun
  1. essential body functions, comprising pulse rate, body temperature, and respiration, used as a measure of health or physical condition.
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Origin of vital signs

First recorded in 1915–20
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British Dictionary definitions for vital signs

vital signs

pl n
  1. med indications that a person is still alive. Vital signs include a heartbeat, a pulse that can be felt, breathing, and body temperature
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vital signs in Medicine

vital signs

pl.n.
  1. The rates or values indicating an individual's pulse, temperature, and respiration.
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vital signs in Science

vital signs

  1. The pulse rate, temperature, respiratory rate, and usually blood pressure of an individual.
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vital signs in Culture

vital signs

The pulse rate, blood pressure, body temperature, and rate of respiration of a person. The vital signs are usually measured to obtain a quick evaluation of the person's general physical condition.

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