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When are respirations usually measured?
Respirations are usually measured while the patient is at rest. It's often done when the patient thinks s/he's getting pulse taken, as it's best if the patient is unaware.
Why the pulse and respiration taken together?
They go together hand in hand.
How long should a pulse be taken in a CPR emergency?
Take a pulse for a maximum of 10 seconds.
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?
Should the pulse be taken prior to giving lanoxin?
yes do not give if below 60
What precautions should be taken to enhance accurate pulse oximeter readings?
he patient should not smoke 24 hours prior to pulse oximetry. Fingernail polish should be removed if the oximeter will be attached to the finger
What is pulse deficit?
It is the difference in the apical pulse and the radial pulse. These should be taken at the same time, which will require that 2 people take the pulse. One with a stethoscope and one at the wrist. Count for 1 full minute. The subtract the radial from the apical. This is the Pulse Deficit.
Why are pulses and respirations taken together?
breathing is partly under voluntary control, a person is able to stop or alter breathing temporarily for a short period
Should you use your thumb to take a heart rate?
Your heart rate can be taken at any spot on the body at which an artery is close to the surface and a pulse can be felt. You should always use your fingers to take a pulse, not your thumb, particularly when recording someone else's pulse, as you can sometimes feel your own pulse through your thumb.
What is the scientific term used to define the number of breaths taken per minute?
Respirations per minute.
What action should be taken if a person suffernig from CO poisoning is not breathing?
If the victim is not breathing and has no pulse, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) should be started.
Apical pulse versus arterial pulse?
An arterial pulse is one which is taken over top of an artery, ex. Radial, Femoral, Carotid pulse, ect. An Apical pulse is one taken in between the 4th or 5th left intercostal space. It isn't taken from an artery, but from below the heart itself.(Apex of the heart) Source: I'm a paramedic.
