ATI RN
ATI Nurs 112 Fundamentals of Nursing Exam Questions
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The nurse is caring for a patient who lost consciousness and collapsed. Which site will be used to determine if the patient has a pulse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Carotid artery. When a patient loses consciousness and collapses, the carotid artery is the best site to check for a pulse due to its proximity to the heart and brain. It is located in the neck, along the trachea, making it easily accessible in emergency situations. Checking the carotid pulse allows the nurse to quickly assess the patient's circulation and determine if immediate interventions are needed. The other choices are incorrect: A: Brachial artery is located in the arm and is not as central to circulation in unconscious patients. C: Radial artery is located in the wrist and may not accurately reflect the patient's central circulation status. D: Apical artery refers to the apex of the heart, not a direct pulse site for assessment.
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