What Is an Expected Assessment Finding in a Child with Coarctation

question 6

Multiple Choice

What is an expected assessment finding in a child with coarctation of the aorta?

• A) Orthostatic hypotension
• B) Systolic hypertension in the lower extremities
• C) Blood pressure higher on the left side of the body
• D) Disparity in blood pressure between the upper and lower extremities

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Definitions:

Transformational Logic

A theory or process of changing one structure into another, often used in linguistic and mathematical contexts to describe systematic changes.

Pulse Pressure

The difference between the systolic and diastolic blood pressure readings, providing information about the health and elasticity of arteries.

Blood Pressure

The force exerted by circulating blood upon the walls of blood vessels, a critical indicator of cardiovascular health.

Pulse Rate

The number of heartbeats per minute, indicating the heart rate; it is often measured at resting conditions.