An expected finding from an apical pulse measurement includes:
A. Mild dysrhythmia
B. A rate of more than 100 beats per minute
C. A nonpalpable PMI
D. High-pitched S1 and S2 sounds
D
D. Normal sounds S1 and S2 are high pitched and best heard with the diaphragm.
A. If heart rate is irregular, or client is receiving cardiovascular medication, count for 1 minute (60 seconds). Regular occurrence of dysrhythmia within 1 minute may indicate inefficient contraction of heart and alteration in cardiac output.
B. If heart rate is irregular, or client is receiving cardiovascular medication, count for 1 minute (60 seconds).
C. If unable to palpate the PMI, reposition client on left side. In the presence of serious heart disease, the PMI may be located to the left of the MCL or at the sixth ICS.
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