Asked by lauren finley on Sep 28, 2024
The nurse is preparing to assess the blood pressure of a 3-year-old. How should the nurse proceed?
A) Use the diaphragm portion of the stethoscope to detect Korotkoff sounds.
B) Obtain the reading before the child has a chance to "settle down."
C) Choose the cuff that says "Child" instead of "Infant."
D) Explain the procedure to the child.
Korotkoff Sounds
The sounds that medical personnel listen for when they are taking blood pressure using a sphygmomanometer, which indicate the systolic and diastolic pressures.
Stethoscope
A medical instrument used by healthcare professionals to listen to internal body sounds, such as heart and lung sounds, for diagnostic purposes.
- Comprehend the proper method for assessing a patient's pulse rate.
- Allocate nursing responsibilities according to the scope of practice and the severity of the patient's condition.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the proper method for assessing a patient's pulse rate.
- Allocate nursing responsibilities according to the scope of practice and the severity of the patient's condition.