The nurse would be alarmed if a 12-month-old presented with BP 65/55, RR 50, HR 130, as these are values within normal limits for a child aged newborn – 3 months. Normal vital signs for a 12-month-old are as follows: BP 80 – 100/ 55 – 65; RR 25 – 40, and HR 80 – 120. The other vital signs shown are in the normal limits for the age ranges listed.
