A nurse is unable to palpate a client's radial and ulnar pulses. Which of the following would the nurse do next?
A) Refer the client for medical follow-up.
B) Document the finding.
C) Palpate the brachial pulse.
D) Auscultate the apical pulse.
C
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a. frequent serum drug level monitoring. b. learning as much as possible about the disorder and its treatment. c. recording the number of seizures the child has each day. d. reporting dizziness and drowsiness to the provider.
A school of nursing uses high-fidelity simulation for clinical experiences and skill learning. Which approach should the instructors use to evaluate student performance?
A) Pen-and-paper test B) Student return demonstration C) Video capture of the simulation D) Verbal discussion of the activity
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