The nurse is preparing to assess the female client's cardiovascular system during the client's visit to the healthcare provider's office
Which of the following items should the nurse have available in the room in order to complete the examination? Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Ruler (metric)
2. Stethoscope
3. Lamp
4. Client gown and a drape
5. Doppler
1,2,3,4,5
Rationale 1: Ruler (metric). The nurse will require a metric ruler to determine distention of blood vessels.
Rationale 2: Stethoscope. The nurse will require a stethoscope to auscultate the client's heart and arteries.
Rationale 3: Lamp. The nurse will require a lamp or adequate lighting in the room for the inspection process of the assessment.
Rationale 4: Client gown and a drape. Female clients should be provided with a gown and a drape for this examination in order to maintain privacy and avoid overexposure.
Rationale 5: Doppler. A Doppler device can be used to determine the presence of a pulse if the nurse is unable to adequately palpate the pulse.
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