When using a 0 to 4+ scale to grade pulse quality, how should the nurse record a normal volume pulse?
a. 1+
b. 2+
c. 3+
d. 4+
C
A 0 to 4+ scale for grading pulse quality is as follows: 0—Absent, +1—Weak, thready, +2—Light volume, +3—Normal volume, and +4—Full, bounding. The nurse should be aware of the type of scale used in different facilities.
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