The nurse is collecting equipment to assess a client's ankle/brachial index (ABI). What equipment should be taken to the client's bedside?
1. Blood pressure cuff and a Doppler ultrasound device
2. None, as no special equipment is needed
3. Stethoscope and penlight
4. Reflex hammer and tuning fork
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: The nurse should take a blood pressure cuff and a Doppler ultrasound device to the bedside for this measurement.
Rationale 2: The nurse should take a blood pressure cuff and a Doppler ultrasound device to the bedside for this measurement.
Rationale 3: No other equipment is used in this assessment.
Rationale 4: No other equipment is used in this assessment.
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