A nurse performs an apical-radial pulse evaluation, with the result of 100/88 . What is the pulse deficit?
a. 12
b. 24
c. 76
d. 88
A
To detect an apical-radial pulse deficit, the rates should be counted simultaneously and compared for differences. If a difference exists between the apical rate and the radial rate, then a pulse def-icit is present. For example, in atrial fibrillation, a pulse deficit exists.
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