When assessing the pulse of a client, the nurse will include which characteristics?
1. Rate.
2. Rhythm.
3. Volume.
4. Tone.
5. Viscosity.
Correct Answer: 1,2,3
Rationale 1: When assessing the pulse, the nurse collects data about the rate.
Rationale 2: When assessing the pulse, the nurse collects data about the rhythm.
Rationale 3: When assessing the pulse, the nurse collects data about the volume.
Rationale 4: Tone is not a characteristic of a pulse.
Rationale 5: Viscosity is not a characteristic of a pulse.
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