The Nurse Is Validating the Measurement of an Infant's Pulse

question 4

Multiple Choice

The nurse is validating the measurement of an infant's pulse by a nursing student.Which method should the nurse use to obtain the most accurate count?

• A) Compress the bell of the stethoscope over the apex of the heart.
• B) Locate the pulsations in the antecubital space.
• C) Palpate the superficial artery on the medial side of the wrist.
• D) Place the thumb and forefinger along the ridge on the outer side of the wrist.

Learn about the factors influencing variations in growth rates among infants.

Understand the development and functions of the prefrontal cortex in infancy.

Acknowledge gender differences and their timing in growth rates.

Grasp the concept of infant growth restriction and its implications.

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