Calculating Pulse Rate
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What should be the position of the patient when measuring the radial pulse?

  • Standing up with their hand bent palm downward
  • Sitting or lying down with their hand bent palm upward (correct)
  • Sitting upright with their palm facing down
  • Lying down with their palm facing downward
  • How should one determine the systolic pressure while measuring the radial pulse?

  • By visually matching the cuff's pressure with the patient's weight
  • By stopping inflation when the patient raises concerns
  • By inflating the cuff until the patient feels discomfort
  • By inflating the cuff until the pulse disappears (correct)
  • What should be done when determining the rhythm of the pulse after hearing distinct beats?

  • Switch to a different part of the body to recheck the pulse
  • Ignore the beats and proceed with deflating the cuff
  • Close the valve and inflate the cuff further
  • Continue to listen to the pulse sounds carefully (correct)
  • What should one do before pumping air into the cuff when measuring the radial pulse?

    <p>Feelpulse on the inside of the elbow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the appearance of the first distinct beats during pulse measurement indicate?

    <p>Systolic pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor influences illness behavior, referring to an individual's ability to cope with stress and bounce back?

    <p>Hardiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of illness is characterized by a single, time-limited episode, followed by recovery?

    <p>Acute illness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the nurse when using the Nursing Process to promote health?

    <p>Facilitating communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of illness behavior is the nurse addressing when instructing the client on how to use a metered-dose inhaler?

    <p>Dependence on others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the nurse promote health using the Nursing Process?

    <p>By facilitating communication and respecting the client's values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of diagnosis would the nurse use when developing a plan of care for a client with a health issue?

    <p>NANDA diagnosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the outcome of the nurse's instruction on using a metered-dose inhaler?

    <p>The client accepts the diagnosis and treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor influences illness behavior, referring to an individual's family dynamics and relationships?

    <p>Family patterns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of the nurse when planning outcomes and evaluating care?

    <p>To set realistic goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the nurse promote health during the assessment phase of the Nursing Process?

    <p>By facilitating communication and respecting the client's values</p> Signup and view all the answers

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