Lyceum of the Philippines University – Batangas College of Nursing NCM 100 – R.L.E. Assessment Test Pulse – Respiration Direction: Arrange the following steps accordingly and write down the rationale. Note: For steps - 1 pt and for rationale - 2 pts each. _____Index finger and middle finger should not be removed over the radial artery. R: _____Count pulse for one full minute using second hand watch. R:
_____Start counting at first inspiration while looking at the second hand of watch for one full minute. R:
_____Support client’s wrist by grasping outer aspect with thumb; place index and middle finger over the radial artery. R:
_____Inform client at which you will measure pulse. R: