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What is the most accurate pulse site?
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What's the difference between actual pulse rate and calculated pulse rate?
the calculated pulse is not accurate as you have only measured it fo 15 seconds. then multiplied it by four. Now as pulse is measured in BPM (Beats Per Minute) The accurate way is to actually time it for a minute and you will have an accurate answer.
Which two areas of the body are the most accurate locations to use when finding a pulse?
The two most accurate locations to find a pulse are the radial artery, located on the wrist, and the carotid artery, found in the neck. The radial pulse is easily accessible and commonly used for routine checks, while the carotid pulse is often utilized in emergency situations due to its proximity to the heart. Both sites provide a reliable measure of heart rate and circulation.
How long should pulse be counted for the most accurate results?
Pulse rate (or heart rate) is measured in the number of beats per minute. So, the most accurate would be to count the number of beats in an entire minute. If the person's heart rate is regular, though, pulse can be counted for a shorter amount of time, such as 10 seconds (multiply by 6 to get the beats per minute) or even 6 seconds (multiply by 10 to get the beats per minute) to give a fairly accurate count.
Can the pulse on your neck determine if you are pregnant?
No, the pulse on your neck cannot determine if you are pregnant. Pregnancy tests, either over-the-counter or administered by a healthcare provider, are the most accurate way to confirm pregnancy. Changes in pulse rate can occur due to various factors, but this alone cannot determine pregnancy.
When taking your pulse what is the accurate method for infant and a patient with arrhythmia?
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Why did you have to take your pulse rate 5 times in order to get an accurate reading?
when you get your pulse rate for the first,2,3,4,5 you add them up together and then you times it by 3
Why did you have to take your pulse rate 5 time in order to get an accurate reading?
when you get your pulse rate for the first,2,3,4,5 you add them up together and then you times it by 3
When taking a patient's pulse how long should you take it for?
The most accurate would be for one full minute so you can get the beats per minute, but you can go for half a minute and then multiply times two to get beats per minute.
Why do you take your pulse with your fingers and not your thumb?
We take our pulse with our fingers instead of our thumbs because our thumbs have their own pulse so you could get confused i guess :) ... im only in grade seven and i know that :) im not bragging just telling you, you should know
Why is the ten or fifteen second method of taking a pulse less accurate than counting the beats in an entire minute?
More time auscultating or palpating a pulse allows for better chance to pick up on an irregular pulse
Why do you have to take your pulse rate 5 times in order to get an accurate reading?
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