Pediatrics A To take the vital signs of a 4­month­old child, which order provides the most accurate ID: results? A. Respiratory rate, heart rate, then rectal temperature. Correct B. Heart rate, rectal temperature, then respiratory rate. C. Rectal temperature, heart rate, then respiratory rate. D. Rectal temperature, respiratory rate, then heart rate. The respiratory rate should be taken first (A) in infants, since touching them or performing unpleasant procedures usually makes them cr...