Question

testing for an apical - radial deficit is done in order to: determine if the pulse is regular measure the ability of the heart to contract determine if the patient is having a heart attack obtain a very accurate pulse rate question 12 (1 point) the normal rate of respiration increases with age. true false question 13 (1 point) what is the most appropriate action when observing an abnormal condition in a patient? note the condition on the patients chart. report the condition immediately to your supervisor. check on the patient again in a few hours. make an appointment for the patient to be checked in the near future.

Explanation:

• Question 11: Apical - radial deficit testing is done to obtain a very accurate pulse rate. The apical pulse (listened to at the apex of the heart) and radial pulse (felt at the wrist) are measured simultaneously. If there is a deficit (difference between the two), it can indicate certain cardiac conditions, but the main purpose of the test is to get an accurate pulse rate.
• Question 12: The normal rate of respiration decreases with age. Newborns have a higher respiratory rate (around 30 - 60 breaths per minute), while adults have a rate of 12 - 20 breaths per minute.
• Question 13: When observing an abnormal condition in a patient, the most appropriate action is to report the condition immediately to your supervisor. This ensures that the patient gets timely medical attention.

Answer:

• Question 11: obtain a very accurate pulse rate
• Question 12: False
• Question 13: Report the condition immediately to your supervisor.