When Performing a Peripheral Vascular Assessment on a Patient, the Nurse

question 34

Multiple Choice

When performing a peripheral vascular assessment on a patient, the nurse is unable to palpate the ulnar pulses. The patient's skin is warm and capillary refill time is normal. What should the nurse do next?

• A) Check for the presence of claudication.
• B) Refer the individual for further evaluation.
• C) Consider this finding normal, and proceed with the peripheral vascular evaluation.
• D) Ask the patient if he or she has experienced any unusual cramping or tingling in the arm.

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