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karlynnae

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Why should you refrain from using your thumb to check the pulse?
 
  A)
 
  Your thumb might hurt the patient.
  B)
 
  Your thumb is not as sensitive as your fingers.
  C)
 
  Your thumb has its own pulse.
  D)
 
  all of the above

Question 2

When taking a pulse, what should you report to your supervisor?
 
  A)
 
  force
  B)
 
  rhythm
  C)
 
  rate
  D)
 
  all of the above


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Sarahjh

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer:

C

Answer to Question 2

Answer:

D


karlynnae

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Wow, this really help

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