Blood Vessels Flashcards
1
Q
How can you measure amplitude of a pulse?
A
0+: Absent, not palpable
1+: Diminished, barely palpable
2+: Expected
3+: Full, increased
4+: Bounding pulse
1
Q
How do you palpate the carotid arteries?
A
Never palpate both sides simultaneously; this can cause drop in BP or syncope due to compromised blood flow.
2
Q
How do you measure edema?
A
1+: Slight pitting and disappears rapidly
2+: Deeper pit and disappears in 10-15 seconds
3+: Noticeably deep pit that lasts more than a minute; dependent extremity looks full and swollen
4+: Very deep pit that lasts as long as 2-5 minutes
