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j.rubin

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on: Jul 23, 2018

What equipment is needed to take an apical pulse?

A) sphygmomanometer C) stethoscope
B) electronic thermometer D) no specific equipment

Question 2

While assessing breath sounds, a nurse hears crackles. What causes these abnormal sounds?

A) air in the lungs C) narrowed small air passages
B) a narrowing of the upper airway D) moisture in air passages

Jevvish

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

D

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