Patient Care Approaches

Question 1

Which of the following statements are true about the rate of a pulse? Check all of the boxes that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

The rate of a pulse varies among age, activity level, and size.; The rate of a pulse is recorded in beats per minute.

Question 2

It is best to measure a patient’s pulse rate for how long?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

1 minute

Question 3

Select the correct word or phrase to complete each sentence.Regular and irregular are examples of .Strong, weak, thready, or bounding are examples of .A pulse rate of 155 beats per minute is within the normal average rate for .

Revolt · Accepted Answer

rhythm; volume; a child aged 7 to 11; an infant

Question 4

Check all locations where a pulse can be taken.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

carotid; brachial; radial; femoral; popliteal; dorsalis pedis

Question 5

Why do infants have faster pulse rates than adults?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

It takes less time for blood to circulate through their bodies, resulting in a faster pulse.

Question 6

Identify which of these scenarios would be likely to increase a patient’s pulse rate. Check all of the boxes that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

excitement for an upcoming party; shock after being in a car accident; drinking a large cup of coffee; going for a morning run

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