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A pulse rate can be checked for 6 seconds( the number counted is then multiplied by 10), it can be checked for 10 seconds ( the resulting number is multiplied by 6), or it can be checked for 15 seconds ( and the resulting number is then multiplied by 4).
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 14y agoThe most common place (in a non emergency setting is your wrist).
The easiest way is with your palm faced upward then placing 2 fingers on the outer edge of your wrist.
Do not use your thumb to test your pulse, as the thumb has a pulse of its own.
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∙ 11y agoWhen counting a pulse rate by hand, it is usual to do so for at least 30 seconds, and often for a full minute. If you are using a digital pulse counting devise, you can get an answer much more quickly.
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∙ 13y agoyou check your pulse rate by two fingers after you rest or run. check it on your neck, ankle or wrist.
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∙ 11y agoCheck the pulse for 15 seconds, multiply by 4 to obtain the beats per minute.
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∙ 14y ago15 seconds then multiply your answer by 4
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Can you have arithmia when your pulse rate is high?
Why do you have your pulse rate taken? Why do you have your pulse rate taken?
Why do you take an apical pulse for people on digoxin?
You need to accurately check the heart rate. Digoxin can lower the heart rate to dangerous levels. You should not administer digoxin when pulse rate is already below 60.
The pulse rate is equal to?
the pulse rate is usually equal to the heart rate
What is the normal tibial pulse rate?
A distal pulse should be the same rate as a femoral pulse, carotid pulse, brachial pulse, pedal pulse, or radial pulse. The strength of the pulse may be harder to feel the further away from the heart, but the rate should be the same. One heart, One Pulse Rate. The Normal heart rate/pulse in an adult is 60-100 beats per minute. Less of course, in the super healthy athlete.
What are the 2 connections between respiration rate and pulse rate?
The respiration rate is your breathing rate and your pulse rate is your heart beat.
How can one test their pulse rate easily?
You can check your pulse rate with a gadget or simply with counting. If you want to check your pulse rate with a machine, check Pulse rate monitors. You can wear a watch and get your pulse rate directly to the watch! You can also count it yourself. You can check it if you put your finger on these kinda places: *wrists *Inside of your elbow *Inside of your neck *Top of your foot
How do you work out heart rate?
You check your pulse.
What is a pulse heart rate and how can you check it?
i already know thanks' (How is this even a question? :/)
Is Thermometer used to check pulse rate?
No, a thermometer measures temperature,
What blood vessel is used to check pulse rate?
The radial pulse is checked for vital signs.
Can you have arithmia when your pulse rate is high?
Why do you have your pulse rate taken? Why do you have your pulse rate taken?
How are your breathing rate and pulse rate related?
The breathing rate and pulse rate are related proportionally. If the breathing rate increases, so does the pulse rate. The pulse rate is an indication of the breathing rate.
Why is it necessary to check the pulse rate together with the blood pressure when you are hospitalized?
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What's the high pulse rate for a 30s male?
A man can check his pulse rate by subtracting his age from the number 220. This number will tell you what the highest rate your heart can stand while doing physical activities.
Why do you take an apical pulse for people on digoxin?
You need to accurately check the heart rate. Digoxin can lower the heart rate to dangerous levels. You should not administer digoxin when pulse rate is already below 60.
The pulse rate is equal to?
the pulse rate is usually equal to the heart rate
What is your pulse rate when you are playing football?
Your pulse rate is faster
