The nurse is unable to palpate the dorsalis pedis pulse on an older adult client. Which of the following would be most appropriate for the nurse to do next?
A) Document "absence of dorsalis pedis pulse."
B) Auscultate the anatomic area with a stethoscope.
C) Use Doppler ultrasonography to locate the pulse.
D) Ask another nurse to assess the pulse.
C
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