Cardiovascular Assessment: Heart, Neck Vessels, and Equipment
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What is the normal strength of the carotid artery pulse?

  • Intermittent and irregular
  • Weaker on the left side
  • Moderate and equal bilaterally (correct)
  • Stronger on the right side

    • When palpating the carotid artery, how should the neck be positioned?

  • Slightly extended
  • Slightly flexed
  • In a neutral position (correct)
  • Rotated to the left

    • How should the person be positioned for inspection of the jugular venous pulse?

  • Sitting upright with the head tilted forward
  • Supine with the torso elevated at a 30- to a 45-degree angle (correct)
  • Prone with the head slightly elevated
  • Lying flat with the legs elevated

    • What should be used to clean the end-pieces of the stethoscope?

    <p>Alcohol wipe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to auscultate each carotid artery for the presence of a bruit in people older than middle age or who show symptoms or signs of CVD?

    <p>To detect blood flow turbulence</p> Signup and view all the answers

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