Pulse Examination: CVS Quiz! MCQ

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    The normal pulse rate is:

    • 57 beats per minute
    • Between 60 and 100 beats per minute
    • 102 beats per minute
    • 45 beats per minute
    • 120 beats per minute
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This quiz focuses on the examination of the pulse as related to the cardiovascular system, assessing knowledge on pulse locations, characteristics, and normal rates.

Pulse Examination: CVS Quiz! MCQ - Quiz

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  • 2. 

    Pain increases the pulse rate

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Pain increases the pulse rate because when the body experiences pain, it activates the sympathetic nervous system, which releases stress hormones such as adrenaline. These hormones increase heart rate, causing the pulse rate to rise. This physiological response is a natural reaction to pain and helps prepare the body for fight or flight.

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  • 3. 
    Letter A indicates the location of which pulse? - ProProfs

    Letter A indicates the location of which pulse?

    • Carotid

    • Posterior Dorsalis

    • Brachial Dorsalis

    • Dorsalis Pedis

    • Carotid Pedis

    Correct Answer
    A. Dorsalis Pedis
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Dorsalis Pedis. The question asks for the location of a pulse indicated by letter A. Among the given options, Dorsalis Pedis is the only one that matches with the given letter A. Carotid, Posterior Dorsalis, Brachial Dorsalis, and Carotid Pedis do not correspond to the indicated location.

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  • 4. 
    Which pulse is located at this part? - ProProfs

    Which pulse is located at this part?

    • Popliteal

    • Carotid

    • Brachial

    • Femoral

    • Posterior tibial

    Correct Answer
    A. Popliteal
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Popliteal. The popliteal pulse is located at the back of the knee, in the popliteal fossa. It can be felt by pressing gently on the area behind the knee joint. This pulse is an important indicator of blood flow to the lower leg and foot. The carotid pulse is located in the neck, the brachial pulse is located in the upper arm, the femoral pulse is located in the groin, and the posterior tibial pulse is located on the inside of the ankle.

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  • 5. 

    Bradycardia is a pulse less than:

    Correct Answer
    60
    sixty
    60 beats per minute
    60 beats/minute
    60 b/min
    Explanation
    Bradycardia is a medical condition characterized by an abnormally slow heart rate. A normal heart rate is typically between 60 and 100 beats per minute. Therefore, a pulse less than 60 beats per minute is considered bradycardia. The answer options provided - 60, sixty, 60 beats per minute, 60 beats/minute, and 60 b/min - all indicate a heart rate below the normal range, thus confirming the presence of bradycardia.

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  • 6. 

    When someone has a pulse greater than 100, that is known as?

    Correct Answer
    Tachycardia
    Explanation
    Tachycardia is a condition characterized by a rapid heart rate, typically above 100 beats per minute. It can be caused by various factors such as stress, anxiety, physical activity, or underlying medical conditions. When someone has a pulse greater than 100, it indicates an abnormal increase in heart rate, which is commonly referred to as tachycardia.

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  • 7. 

    The ______________ pulse lies on the medial aspect of the elbow at the end of the humerus and above the head of the ulnar bone.

    Correct Answer
    Brachial
    Explanation
    The brachial pulse is located on the medial aspect of the elbow, specifically at the end of the humerus and above the head of the ulnar bone. This pulse can be easily palpated and is commonly used for measuring blood pressure.

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  • 8. 

    The femoral pulse is in the ______________ below the _______________ ligaments midway between the asis of the ileum and the _______________ pubis.

    Correct Answer
    Groin
    Femoral Triangle
    Inguinal
    Symphisis
    Inguinal region
    Explanation
    The femoral pulse is located in the groin area, specifically within the femoral triangle. This triangle is bounded by the inguinal ligament, the symphysis pubis, and the ASIS (anterior superior iliac spine) of the ileum. Therefore, the correct answer is "Groin, Femoral Triangle, Inguinal, Symphisis, Inguinal region."

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  • 9. 

    When doing pulse examination what do you observe?

    • Rate

    • Quality

    • Rhythm

    • Depth

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Rate
    A. Rhythm
    A. Depth
    Explanation
    When performing a pulse examination, several factors are observed. The rate of the pulse refers to the number of beats per minute, indicating the heart's efficiency. The rhythm of the pulse refers to the regularity or irregularity of the beats, which can provide information about any potential underlying heart conditions. Lastly, the depth of the pulse refers to the strength or intensity of the beats, which can indicate the volume of blood being pumped by the heart. These observations help in assessing the overall cardiovascular health and functioning of an individual.

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