Title: Take vital signs.
Course: Equine Science, Advanced (18104-II) > Section: Performing Basic Care Procedures

Taking vital signs should include

- using all safety procedures and guidelines
- explaining normal ranges
  - temperature
  - pulse
  - respiration
  - gut sounds
  - skin test
  - mucous membranes
  - capillary refill time.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What temperature is considered a fever in a horse?
- What does it mean if a horse’s capillary refill time is slow?
- What generally happens to a horse’s vital signs when a horse is sick?