NPA Clinical Assessment Methods 2

Question 1

What is the normal resting pulse rate range for a healthy adult?

Accepted Answer

60-100 beats per minute

Answer

A normal adult resting heart rate is 60-100 beats per minute.

Question 2

Which artery is most commonly used to take a routine adult pulse?

Accepted Answer

Radial

Answer

The radial artery on the thumb side of the wrist is the standard site for a routine adult pulse.

Question 3

Which pulse site is preferred during adult CPR?

Accepted Answer

Carotid

Answer

The carotid pulse is checked during adult CPR because it is still felt when peripheral pulses are too weak.

Question 4

Which pulse site is used to check an infant during CPR?

Accepted Answer

Brachial

Answer

The brachial artery on the inner upper arm is the recommended pulse site for infants.

Question 5

Why should a phlebotomist avoid using the thumb to palpate a pulse?

Accepted Answer

The thumb has its own pulse that can be mistaken for the patient's

Answer

The thumb has a noticeable pulse of its own, which can be confused with the patient's pulse.

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