What is the importance of measuring and documenting vital signs for patients

So they can tell if someone is healthy or not.

Vital signs are an important component of patient care. They determine which treatment protocols to follow, provide critical information needed to make life-saving decisions, and confirm feedback on treatments performed. Accurate, documented vital signs are a very important part of EMS.

T.j. is struggling with whether or not it is worth trying to quit his prescription drug abuse. he used to be dedicated to his family and friends, but he worries that his abuse has driven away everyone who cares about him so there is no point in quitting. what long-term benefits can you use to try to motivate him to make the effort to quit? (3 points) improved healthy cholesterol levels leading to decreased chance of heart disease improved relationship stability and better ability to handle stress or depression increased stress levels and better chances of making and keeping friends increased blood glucose levels and less chance of developing type 2 diabetes