The apical pulse site is located ________.
A. on the thumb side of the wrist about one inch below the base of the thumb
B. at the left of the sternum, 4th or 5th intercostal space below the nipple
C. behind the knee
D. at the inner aspect of the elbow
Answer: B
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Which of the following correctly describes the relative refractory period?
A) It is the period in which only a strong impulse can cause another depolarization. B) It is the period in which the heart function stops temporarily to allow impulse transmission to occur. C) It is the period in which no impulses at all can cause another depolarization. D) It is the period in which even a weak impulse can cause another depolarization.
Which of the following will not result from cardiovascular disease?
A. Heart attack B. Peripheral vascular disease C. Hypertension and stroke D. Lung disease