Asked by Valerie Perez on Jul 02, 2024
The client has an order for the drug digitalis,which has the effect of decreasing the heart rate.Which site should the nurse use to obtain a pulse rate prior to administering the medication?
A) Radial
B) Temporal
C) Apical
D) Brachial
Digitalis
A family of drugs derived from the foxglove plant, used to treat heart conditions by increasing the efficiency of the heart and its rate.
Pulse Rate
The number of heartbeats per minute, which is a vital sign indicating overall heart health and fitness levels.
Apical
Pertaining to the tip or summit of a structure, such as the apex of the heart.
- Ability to identify correct techniques for measuring vital signs, including the selection of appropriate sites for pulse measurement.
Learning Objectives
- Ability to identify correct techniques for measuring vital signs, including the selection of appropriate sites for pulse measurement.