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Which term is used to denote a weak, thready pulse?

  • Category: Physiological Adaptation
  • Difficulty: 1
  • Topics: Cardiovascular

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  • +0
  • +1
  • +2
  • +3

Rationale

A weak, thready pulse is denoted by a +1. An absent pulse is +0. An easily palpable, normal pulse is +2. An increased pulse is +3.

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