Vital sign ranges vary from neonates to older adults, as shown in the chart below.
| Age | Temperature | Pulse rate (beats/min) | Respiratory rate (breaths/min) | Blood pressure (mm Hg) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| º Fahrenheit | º Celsius | ||||
| Neonate | 98.6 to 99.8 | 37 to 37.7 | 100 to 160 | 30 to 50 | 73/45 |
| 3 yr | 98.5 to 99.5 | 36.9 to 37.5 | 80 to 125 | 20 to 30 | 90/55 |
| 10 yr | 97.5 to 98.6 | 36.4 to 37 | 70 to 110 | 16 to 22 | 96/57 |
| 16 yr | 97.6 to 98.8 | 36.4 to 37.1 | 55 to 100 | 15 to 20 | 120/80 |
| Adult | 96.8 to 99.5 | 36 to 37.5 | 60 to 100 | 12 to 20 | 120/80 |
| Older adult | 96.5 to 97.5 | 35.8 to 36.4 | 60 to 100 | 15 to 25 | 120/80 |