When taking a pulse, why should the thumb NOT be used?
A. The width of the thumb impedes an accurate feel for the pulse
B. The thumb has a pulse and can be confused with the patient’s pulse
C. The sensation of the thumb is not as good as it is in the middle two fingers
D. There is more dexterity in the fingers than there is in the thumb
Select your answer:
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What is Psychology? › ViewDr. Jean Piaget (1952) showed 5-year-old children two identical glass beakers each containing the same amount of liquid. The children had no difficultly understanding that the amount of liquid was the same in both containers. However, when the liquid from one beaker was poured into a tall, thin beaker, the children mistakenly believed that the taller glass had more liquid. Dr. Piaget concluded that children at this age lack the ability to understand that volume remains the same even if its appearance changes. Dr. Piaget was most likely a(n):
A. Developmental psychologist
B. Educational psychologist
C. Social psychologist
D. Child psychologist
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Preventive Care
A. Routine health care that includes screenings, check-ups, and patient counseling to prevent illnesses, disease, or other health problems.
B. Concerned with billing and accounting of medical procedures
C. Is a common condition in which the long-term force of the blood against your artery walls is high
D. Services for people in need of outside assistance