Author Question: Where is the best place to observe for the presence of petechiae in dark-skinned individuals? a. ... (Read 62 times)

roselinechinyere27m

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 557
Where is the best place to observe for the presence of petechiae in dark-skinned individuals?
 
  a. Face
  b. Buttocks
  c. Oral mucosa
  d. Palms and soles

Question 2

What is the earliest age at which a satisfactory radial pulse can be taken in children?
 
  a. 1 year
  b. 2 years
  c. 3 years
  d. 6 years



tuwy

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 336
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Petechiae, small distinct pinpoint hemorrhages, are difficult to see in dark skin unless they are in the mouth or conjunctiva.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Satisfactory radial pulses can be used in children older than 2 years. In infants and young children, the apical pulse is more reliable. The apical pulse can be used for assessment at these ages.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question


 

Did you know?

Computer programs are available that crosscheck a new drug's possible trade name with all other trade names currently available. These programs detect dangerous similarities between names and alert the manufacturer of the drug.

Did you know?

Only one in 10 cancer deaths is caused by the primary tumor. The vast majority of cancer mortality is caused by cells breaking away from the main tumor and metastasizing to other parts of the body, such as the brain, bones, or liver.

Did you know?

There are approximately 3 million unintended pregnancies in the United States each year.

Did you know?

Walt Disney helped combat malaria by making an animated film in 1943 called The Winged Scourge. This short film starred the seven dwarfs and taught children that mosquitos transmit malaria, which is a very bad disease. It advocated the killing of mosquitos to stop the disease.

Did you know?

Cyanide works by making the human body unable to use oxygen.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library