A Nurse Expects Which Finding During a Cardiovascular Assessment of a Healthy

question 6

Multiple Choice

A nurse expects which finding during a cardiovascular assessment of a healthy adult?

• A) Visible, consistent pulsations of the jugular vein
• B) Pink nail beds with a 90-degree angle at the base
• C) Capillary refill of the toes greater than 5 seconds
• D) Bruits heard on auscultation of the carotid arteries

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Definitions:

Leukemia

A type of cancer of the blood or bone marrow characterized by an abnormal increase in white blood cells.

Skeletal

Pertaining to the skeleton or bony structure; also to the muscles attached to the skeleton to permit movement.

Congestive Heart Failure

A condition where the heart's function as a pump is inadequate, leading to the buildup of fluid in the body.

Leukemia

A form of cancer impacting the blood and bone marrow, noted for the excessive generation of irregular white blood cells.