An Adult Client Is Assessed as Having an Apical Pulse

question 16

Multiple Choice

An adult client is assessed as having an apical pulse of 140. How would the nurse document this finding?

• A) Bradycardia
• B) Tachycardia
• C) Dysrhythmia
• D) Normal pulse

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