Which site does the nurse use to assess the popliteal pulse?
1. Behind the patella
2. Dorsal aspect of foot
3. Medial aspect of ankle
4. Below inguinal ligament
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1. The nurse palpates or auscultates the popliteal pulse behind the knee because it is an area perfused by the popliteal artery that is superficial and, thus, more easily pal-pated.
2. The dorsal aspect of the foot provides access to the dorsalis pedis pulse.
3. The medial aspect of ankle provides access to the posterior tibial pulse.
4. The femoral pulse is located just below the inguinal ligament.
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