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silviawilliams41

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When observing the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) checking pedal pulses, the nurse identifies which technique as appropriate?
 
  1. Palpating the inner aspect of the biceps muscle of the arm
  2. Palpating the femoral artery as it passes alongside the inguinal ligament
  3. Palpating the pulse from the middle of the ankle to the space between the big and second toe
  4. Palpating the client's chest

Question 2

The nurse is able to demonstrate proper placement of the stethoscope when assessing the apical pulse by placing the bell at which location?
 
  1. The brachial site
  2. The apex of the heart
  3. The carotid site
  4. The radial site



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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3

This artery can be palpated by feeling the dorsum of the foot on an imaginary line from the middle of the ankle to the space between the big and second toe; therefore, this technique is appropriate. The other techniques described are not appropriate when checking pedal pulses.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 2

An apical pulse is assessed at the apex of the heart. An apical pulse cannot be assessed at the brachial, carotid, and radial sites.




silviawilliams41

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


xiaomengxian

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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