A patient's pulse is described as 'bounding'. Using the provided scale, how would this be documented?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking how a 'bounding' pulse would be documented using a specific scale. This requires knowledge of pulse assessment terminology and likely involves a scale where different numerical values represent different pulse qualities.
Answer
4+
A bounding pulse would be documented as 4+ on a scale of 0 to 4+.
Answer for screen readers
A bounding pulse would be documented as 4+ on a scale of 0 to 4+.
More Information
The pulse force is an assessment of the strength of the pulse, and is typically graded on a scale of 0 to 4+.
Tips
Be careful to note the scale provided as there are a few different scales that may be used.
Sources
- Peripheral Pulse - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- What Pulse Qualities are Assessed? – Vital Sign Measurement ... - pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca
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