Which items are included in the vital signs?

• A. Blood pressure, Pulse, RR, Temp, Height, Weight, BMI
• B. Height, Eye color, BP
• C. Temperature, BMI, Hair color, Weight
• D. BP, Glucose, BMI, Weight

Answer: (A)

Vital signs are the four basic measurements that reflect essential body functions: blood pressure, pulse (heart rate), respiratory rate, and temperature. Height, weight, and BMI are important for overall assessment but are not considered vital signs. The items that match the vital signs are blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, and temperature, which is why that set is correct. The other listed items—height, weight, BMI, eye color, hair color, etc.—are not vital signs, though they can be important for other parts of a physical exam or health assessment.