Exam 3: NSG 3160 / NSG3160
(Latest Update 2025 / 2026) Health Assessment | Questions and Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A - Galen
Question:
What does summation sound like
Answer:
Loud, prolonged, summaries sound louder than s1 and s2
Question:
What is summation sound associated with
Answer:
Tachycardia
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Question:
How should you assess the apical impulse
Answer:
Palpate before listening
Question:
Where is the apical impulse located?
Answer:
Fifth intercostal space at the midclavicular line left of sternal border
Question:
How do you assess for pulse deficit
Answer:
Listen to apical rate while palpating radial pulse Subtract to come up with difference
Question:
signs of peripheral arterial disease
Answer:
Decreased blood flow to lower extremity Intermittent quadication (have to take breaks when they walk)
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