Author Question: The most accurate pulse rate is obtained at which pulse site? 1. Radial 2. Apical 3. Brachial ... (Read 110 times)

j.rubin · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The most accurate pulse rate is obtained at which pulse site?

1. Radial
2. Apical
3. Brachial
4. Carotid

Question 2

Which client could safely have a temperature taken via the oral route?

1. A client who is confused and disoriented secondary to a diagnosis of Alzheimer disease
2. A client who had maxillofacial surgery
3. An adult client with an elevated temperature of 102.4 F
4. A client with a diagnosis of Bell palsy

dellikani2015 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 2

The apical pulse is the site that yields the most accurate pulse rate; however, it requires the use of a stethoscope.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3

A client with an elevated temperature can safely have his temperature measured using the oral route because oral temperatures are accurate if the client can follow directions. The confused client's temperature should not be taken orally due to the risk that he will bite the thermometer. A client who had maxillofacial surgery will have his jaw wired closed, so oral temperatures are not safely performed. A client with Bell palsy might experience extreme discomfort if the nerve in the mouth is stimulated, so the temperature should be taken via an alternative route.