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bobthebuilder

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on: Jun 25, 2018
Which statement is true regarding the arterial system?
 
  a. Arteries are large-diameter vessels.
  b. The arterial system is a high-pressure system.
  c. The walls of arteries are thinner than those of the veins.
  d. Arteries can greatly expand to accommodate a large blood volume increase.

Question 2

The nurse is preparing to assess the dorsalis pedis artery. Where is the correct location for palpation?
 
  a. Behind the knee
  b. Over the lateral malleolus
  c. In the groove behind the medial malleolus
  d. Lateral to the extensor tendon of the great toe


blfontai

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
The pumping heart makes the arterial system a high-pressure system.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
The dorsalis pedis artery is located on the dorsum of the foot. The nurse should palpate just lateral to and parallel with the extensor tendon of the big toe. The popliteal artery is palpated behind the knee. The posterior tibial pulse is palpated in the groove between the malleolus and the Achilles tendon. No pulse is palpated at the lateral malleolus.


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bobthebuilder

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Reply #2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Thank you


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