Pulse

Excessive pressure should not be applied when measuring radial pulse because

• The pulse may increase

• The pulse may decrease

• It could close off the radial artery, and the pulse may not be felt

• It could affect the rhythm of the pulse

Which of the following is NOT included in the purpose of measuring pulse?

• To assess pulse rate after special procedures that affect heart functioning

• To determine if the patient is developing hypertension

• To assess pulse rate after the administration of medications that affect heart functioning

• To establish the patient’s baseline pulse rate

Which of the following individuals has the fastest pulse rate?

• Infant

• School-age child

• Adolescent

• Adult

How does physical exercise temporarily affect the pulse?

• Increases the pulse rate

• Decreases the pulse rate

• Has no effect

• Results in a dysrhythmia

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NGSS.HS-LS1-3

Which of the following is the normal range for pulse of adults?

• 60-100 bpm

• 12-20 bpm

• 80-100 bpm

• 60-70 bpm

In addition to oxygen saturation, what other vital sign can most pulse oximeters measure?

• Blood glucose levels

• Blood pressure

• Heart rate

• Respiratory rate

What is a wave pulse

• A wave pulse is a static disturbance that does not travel through a medium

• A wave pulse is a disturbance in a medium that carries energy from one location to another

• A wave pulse is a continuous oscillation of particles through a medium

• A wave pulse is a form of light wave

What is the normal range for the resting pulse rate of an adult?

• 60–100 beats/min

• 60–80 beats/min

• 70–90 beats/min

• 80–100 beats/min

Where is a pulse oximeter most commonly placed for an accurate reading?

• On the earlobe

• On the fingertip

• Around the wrist

• On the forehead

For an artery to be considered as a pulse site, it must be

• Located in a closed cavity

• Located away from major nerves

• Located over a firm tissue such as bone

• Located close to the heart