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biggirl4568 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The nurse is caring for a 12-year-old Asian American boy previously treated by an herbalist using herbs, soups, and cupping. The nurse observes regular round bruises over several parts of his body. What action should the nurse take?

a. Immediately report the suspected abuse to the supervisor.
b. Question the child to ascertain where the marks had been obtained.
c. Quietly ask the child's parents if the child has recently been injured.
d. Confirm that the herbalist made the marks during treatment.

Question 2

A client is admitted with third-degree burns over the front and back upper half of the body. When conducting a nursing physical examination of the client, the nurse must assess blood pressure at which artery?

a. dorsalis pedis c. posterior tibial
b. popliteal d. radial

johnpizzaz · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
Culture plays a profound role in individuals' perceptions of and beliefs about health and illness, and nurses must understand and respect the cultural values and beliefs of individuals for whom they will be providing care. Although knowledge of cultural concepts and beliefs is important for a nurse, the nurse must always remember that each client is an individual, regardless of his or her cultural background.

Answer to Question 2

B
If unable to use the brachial artery to obtain a blood pressure, the next most appropriate route would be to use the popliteal artery.