10 Questions
Which pulse can be found by placing the index and middle fingers between the muscle belly and trachea, below the angle of the jaw?
Carotid pulse
Where can the brachial pulse be found?
Below the belly of the biceps
Which artery does the brachial artery come off from?
Axillary artery
Where can the radial pulse be felt?
Next to the styloid process of the radius
What causes the lub sound in the heart?
Closing of the atrio-ventricular valves
Which of the following is NOT a component of a stethoscope?
Heart Rate Monitor
What should be done to clean a stethoscope before use?
Clean it with alcohol
Which pulse should NOT be used when determining resting heart rate?
Carotid pulse
What is the purpose of the Y tube in a stethoscope?
To connect the chestpiece to the tubing
What is the recommended method for determining resting heart rate?
Count heartbeats for 15 seconds, then multiply by 4
Master the art of pulse assessment with this quiz! Test your knowledge on locating the carotid and brachial pulses accurately using specific anatomical landmarks. Brush up on your skills and become a pro at finding these essential arterial pulses.
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