Taylor's Video Guide to Clinical Nursing Skills 2nd edition & PLAN Basic Nursing Skills

5 min 56 sec. This video demonstrates how to properly measure blood pressure using a sphygmomanometer. (Flash player required to view, can be downloaded for non-flash option)

2017, Medcom, 20 min.
This first of two programs on measuring vital signs, demonstrates and describes the techniques used to accurately measure temperature, pulse and respiration in a patient. Measurement of temperature is demonstrated using a variety of thermometers emphasizing the use of electronic, aural (tympanic), and temporal thermometers. Techniques and sites used for measuring the pulse are shown, and assessment of the rate, depth, rhythm and quality of respiration is demonstrated.

2017, Medcom, 17 min.
This second of two programs on measuring vital signs demonstrates and describes the techniques used to accurately measure blood pressure and assess pain.

25 min. Medcom, 2014.
This program demonstrates the techniques used to measure vital signs that will help the nursing assistant maintain and promote resident health.