The nurse is collecting equipment to assess a client’s ankle/brachial

The nurse is collecting equipment to assess a client’s ankle/brachial index (ABI). What equipment should be taken to the client’s bedside?

1. Blood pressure cuff and a Doppler ultrasound device
2. None, as no special equipment is needed
3. Stethoscope and penlight
4. Reflex hammer and tuning fork

ANSWER

Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: The nurse should take a blood pressure cuff and a Doppler ultrasound device to the bedside for this measurement.
Rationale 2: The nurse should take a blood pressure cuff and a Doppler ultrasound device to the bedside for this measurement.
Rationale 3: No other equipment is used in this assessment.
Rationale 4: No other equipment is used in this assessment.