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There is not a special cuff to check pulse in leg; it just has to be big enough to go around the leg.
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What is a band at the bottom of a sleeve or pant leg?
It's called a Cuff on a sleeve , and a Hem on a pant leg.
What is the pulse in the leg called?
The leg has several pulses. The pulse in the groin fold is the femoral artery. The pulse felt behind the knee is the popliteal pulse. The pulses in the feet are the dorsalis pedis and the posterior tibial pulse.
When should you take an dorsal pedis pulse?
If you have a knee or leg fracture, you check this pulse to ensure that the injury is not impeding blood flow below the injury.
Why does a doctor check pulse on your foot?
The doctor is checking one of several pulse points. These points can tell her if there is good blood flow to a body part such as the leg and foot in this case.
Why did paramedic check her dorsalis pedis pulse?
There would have been a leg injury and the paramedic wanted to ensure there was circulation distal (below) the injury.
Lower leg is black and there is a burning sensation in the leg?
This could be a medical emergency. Leg could have circulation problems. If leg has no pulse, you could lose the leg. Go to the emergency room.
Is it possible to feel a heartbeat in your leg?
Of course! You have veins and arteries in your leg and you can feel the pulse of the blood going through them.
What are the effects of electromagnetic pulse?
wear a cast on your are and leg and say it is broken
When evaluating a victim with a fractured leg what are the factors to consider while checking circulation below the fracture?
You should check for a pulse, and check temperature and color, all of which can indicate the status of the circulation. Flexibility of the lower joints is not considered a factor.
What are fractured leg factors to look for?
tilt the head back and check for a pulse. And every now and then make sure to ask if your hurting them. flexibility would really help right about now.
Can you find a pulse on your leg?
Yes! Four different spots - Femoral pulse - at the top of your leg in the groin area in the centre of the leg Popliteal pulse - behind the knee (pretty deep so it can be difficult to feel) Anterior tibial - on the back part of the knobbly bit on the inside of your ankle Dorsalis pedis - on the top of your foot just back from your big toe
How serious is not having a pulse in one leg?
Very serious. Go to the hospital immediately.
