A client's vital signs at the beginning of the shift are as follows: oral temperature 99.3°F (37°C) ,heart rate 82 beats/min,respiratory rate 14 breaths/min,and blood pressure 118/76 mm Hg.Four hours later,the client's oral temperature is 102.3°F (39.1°C) .Based on the temperature change,the nurse should anticipate the client's heart rate would be how many beats/min?

A) 62
B) 82
C) 102
D) 122

Oral Temperature

The measurement of body temperature through the mouth using a thermometer, which can provide an accurate record of a person's core body temperature.

Heart Rate

The number of heartbeats per unit of time, usually per minute, indicating the heart's activity level and overall cardiovascular health.

Temperature Change

A variation in temperature, which can refer to atmospheric conditions or bodily measurements, and can indicate changes in health or environmental conditions.