The nurse is conducting a morning assessment of an older adult patient who has a history of peripheral artery disease. When palpating the patient's dorsalis pedis pulse, the nurse should:
A) Palpate the pulses using the pads of his or her thumbs
B) Thoroughly assess the right foot and then assess the left foot
C) Palpate both of the patient's feet simultaneously
D) Place his or her index finger on both of the patient's feet
Question 2
An assisted living facility is targeting a group of residents at risk for cardiac problems.
As part of the program, the residents are being offered blood pressure monitoring, BMD analysis, and referrals to a nutritionist for counseling to reduce cholesterol levels. These activities are examples of
A) primary prevention.
B) health promotion.
C) secondary prevention.
D) tertiary prevention.
The geological timescale and an overview of the history of life on Earth
Health History Assessment Questions Pertinent to Drug Administration
Major Events in the History of Psychology (2 of 6)
The physician uses auscultation to listen to a patient’s heart.
Inspecting a patient’s ear during a physical examination.
Recent history of biochemistry shown by the introduction of new techniques. (part 1)