Illinois CNA State Practice Exam

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For how long should the apical pulse be counted, and where is it located?

  1. 30 seconds, located under your right nipple

  2. 30 seconds, located under your left nipple

  3. 1 minute, located under your right nipple

  4. 1 minute, located under your left nipple

The correct answer is: 30 seconds, located under your right nipple

The apical pulse refers to the pulse that is found over the apex of the heart and is typically located under the left nipple. However, in some cases, it may be found under the right nipple. It is recommended to count the apical pulse for a full 30 seconds, rather than 1 minute, to ensure accuracy. Additionally, choosing options B or D may lead to confusion as it may be difficult to determine which is the correct nipple to locate the pulse under. Therefore, option A is the most accurate and clear answer.

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