vitals
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/ˈvaɪtlz/
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/ˈvaɪtlz/
Basic body functions that show someone is alive, like breathing, body temperature, and heartbeat.
The doctor checked the patient's vitals before starting the treatment.
Organs in the body that are needed to stay alive, like the brain, heart, and lungs.
The paramedic knew how to keep the accident victim's vitals working until they reached the hospital.