Which of the following assessment parameters should the nurse use whenever a client has any type of dysrhythmia?
A. Measure blood pressure in each arm separately.
B. Measure apical and radial pulses for a full minute.
C. Perform pulse oximetry testing in the upper and lower extremities.
D. Measure blood pressure in the lying and sitting positions.
B
Only measuring the apical and radial pulses for a full minute can provide information regarding the nature of the dysrhythmia. Measuring apical and radial pulses establishes whether or not the client is peripherally perfused.
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