The formula for cardiac output is stroke volume x ________.
A) respiratory rate
B) blood pressure
C) heart rate
D) blood volume
Question 2
Which one of the statements listed below indicates an appropriate understanding of palpating a blood pressure?
A) A palpated blood pressure is recorded when the brachial pulse returns as the BP cuff is deflated.
B) Palpated blood pressures are the technique of choice when the patient has a cardiac complaint.
C) A palpated blood pressure is typically falsely lower than a blood pressure obtained by auscultation.
D) It is best to determine a palpated blood pressure using a stethoscope and pulse oximeter.
