Asked by
Melanie Luckett
on Nov 01, 2024
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The nurse is describing a weak, thready pulse on the documentation flow sheet. Which statement is correct?
A) "Easily palpable; pounds under the fingertips."
B) "Greater than normal force that suddenly collapses."
C) "Hard to palpate, may fade in and out, and is easily obliterated by pressure."
D) "Rhythm is regular, but force varies with alternating beats of large and small amplitude."
Weak, Thready Pulse
A pulse that is difficult to feel and often indicates a decrease in blood volume or pressure.
Palpable
Able to be touched or felt, typically used in a medical context to describe something detectable on physical examination.
Fingertips
The distal ends of the fingers, highly sensitive to touch and used for fine manipulation.
- Identify the importance of evaluating pulse and its implications for vascular wellness.
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Learning Objectives
- Identify the importance of evaluating pulse and its implications for vascular wellness.