The Nurse Is Describing a Weak,thready Pulse on the Documentation

question 26

Multiple Choice

The nurse is describing a weak,thready pulse on the documentation flow sheet.Which statement is correct?

• A)"Is easily palpable; pounds under the fingertips."
• B)"Has greater than normal force, then suddenly collapses."
• C)"Is hard to palpate, may fade in and out, and is easily obliterated by pressure."
• D)"Rhythm is regular, but force varies with alternating beats of large and small amplitude."

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