A nurse expects which finding during a cardiovascular assessment of a healthy adult?
a. Visible, consistent pulsations of the jugular vein
b. Pink nail beds with a 90-degree angle at the base
c. Capillary refill of the toes greater than 5 seconds
d. Bruits heard on auscultation of the carotid arteries
ANS: A
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