The nurse educator is teaching a group of nursing students how to perform an assessment of the client's peripheral vascular system. Which student statements indicate an appropriate understanding of the peripheral vascular assessment?

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B) Palpating the carotid pulses one side at a time prevents the risk of compromising blood flow to the brain, which could occur if both were palpated simultaneously. D) Inspecting the arms to ensure they are close to the same size helps identify potential swelling or abnormalities related to the peripheral vascular system. E) Observing the extremities for normal and symmetrical hair distribution, as well as ensuring the skin is clean and free of lesions, are important aspects of assessing the peripheral vascular system for signs of circulation issues or other abnormalities.

The Nurse Educator Is Teaching a Group of Nursing Students