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

question 3

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.Next,the nurse should:

• A)Check for the presence of claudication.
• B)Refer the individual for further evaluation.
• C)Consider this finding as 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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