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A physical therapist assesses the vital signs of a newborn baby prior to the start of the therapy session. Which of the following measurements would be considered abnormal for this patient?1.Body temperature of 99 degrees Fahrenheit2.Resting heart rate of 150 beats per minute3.Resting respiratory rate of 40 breaths per minute4.Resting blood pressure of 150/100 mm Hg
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