Providing a safe and comfortable environment, applying critical thinking, and identifying cues presented by the patient is
an element of only objective data collection
the responsibility of trained family members or next of kin
concerned with collecting only subjective data
The professional responsibilities of trained healthcare providers
The Correct Answer is D
A. Providing a safe and comfortable environment and applying critical thinking involves both objective and subjective data collection, not just one type.
B. While family members can contribute to patient care, the professional responsibilities of providing a safe environment and critical thinking in assessments fall to trained healthcare providers.
C. This process encompasses both subjective and objective data, as critical thinking requires integrating multiple types of information.
D. The actions described are essential professional responsibilities of trained healthcare providers, who must ensure a safe environment, apply critical thinking, and identify patient cues effectively.
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Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A. The carotid pulse should not be assessed bilaterally at the same time, as simultaneous palpation can lead to a decrease in heart rate or cause syncope due to stimulation of the carotid sinus.
B. The radial pulse can be assessed bilaterally without risk.
C. The brachial pulse can also be assessed bilaterally without concern.
D. The femoral pulse is typically assessed one side at a time, but there is no risk in palpating both femoral arteries simultaneously as there is with the carotid.
Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A. +4 pitting edema is characterized by severe pitting that creates a deep indentation (greater than 8 mm) that remains for a prolonged period. This description matches the findings in option
B. This describes +1 pitting edema, which is not consistent with +4 edema.
C. This option describes +2 or +3 pitting edema, as the indentation subsides rapidly, which does not align with +4.
D. Although this describes deep pitting, the depth is less than 8 mm, which is not consistent with +4 edema.