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Zoey63294

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While caring for a Mexican-American family in the home, the home health nurse recognizes that the family may also consult the _____________ for health advice.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 2

If a peripheral pulse needs to be assessed quickly, the nurse should select the:
 
  a. radial pulse.
  b. brachial pulse.
  c. carotid pulse.
  d. pedal pulse.


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momo1250

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

curandero
folk healer
The curandero or folk healer is an important figure in the health care of Mexican-Americans.

Answer to Question 2

C
The carotid site is the best for finding a pulse quickly.


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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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