AV grafts and fistulas have a noticeable prolonged pulsation, called a ____, as the blood flows through the graft or fistula.

A. bruit
B. graft thrill
C. shunt
D. flapper pulse


Answer: B

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You have just asked an 89-year-old man what happened that caused his wife to call 911. He does not answer immediately. The first thing you should do is:

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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