Obtaining Baseline Vital Signs (BERPS)

Acronym: B.E.R.P.S.

• B
  Blood Pressure
  
  1. Apply the sphygmomanometer.
  2. Inflate the cuff.
  3. Auscultate.
  4. Note findings.
• E
  Eyes
  Pupillary response:
  
  • Equal/unequal
  • Reactive (to light)
  • Note: in case of normal findings, verbalize "Pupils are equal and reactive."
• R
  Respirations
  Count respirations for 30 seconds, then multiply by two.
  Note any issues with respirations.
  Note: a single respiration consists of chest rise and fall.
• P
  Pulse
  Find the radial pulse and count the beats for 30 seconds, then multiply by two.
  Note any issues with the pulses.
• S
  Skin
  Assess color, temperature and condition of the skin.