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Age-specific normal vital signs and physiological ranges — viva
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Bedside interpretation station for Age-specific normal vital signs and physiological ranges.
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Examiner-led viva. [1]
Examiner: What is your opening approach? [1]
Strong answer: Measure correctly, age-adjust or chart correctly, interpret trend, act on threat. [1]
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