Performance should include
- use of appropriate equipment and supplies
- assessment of client's circulatory system
- palpation
- auscultation
- observation of skin
- color
- temperature
- pulse
- blood pressure
- capillary refill
- Doppler
- pulse oximetry
- assistance with diagnostic procedures
- electrocardiogram (EKG)
- stress test
- echocardiogram
- bone marrow biopsy
- cardiac catheterization
- blood tests
- interpretation of lab values
- assistance with blood pressure checks
- vascular-related checks and treatments.
Process/Skill Questions:
- How would one assess the client's circulatory system through inspection?
- How would one assist with diagnostic procedures, while assuring appropriate use of equipment and supplies?
- How would one measure for antiembolic stockings and apply them?
- How would one perform vascular checks and treatments?
- How would one perform orthostatic blood pressure checks?