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When taking a patient's pulse, you should measure it for at least 30 seconds and then multiply the count by two to obtain the beats per minute. If the pulse is irregular, it is advisable to take it for a full minute for more accurate results. Ensure that the patient is relaxed and in a comfortable position to avoid any variations in heart rate.
What else can I help you with?
When taking a manual pulse what should never be used because there is a chance of taking your pulse?
You should never take a manual pulse with your thumb because of the chance of picking up your own pulse from the blood vessels in your thumb.
What observations should be noted and recorded when you take a patient's pulse?
When taking a pulse you need to pay attention to the rate of the pulse (how fast/slow?) and the quality of the pulse (how weak/strong?).
What monitoring should be done on patients taking NSAIDs?
Patients who take NSAIDs for longer than six weeks should be monitored periodically for complications.
Why do you have to take all pulses on patients?
You can take the pulse on the left hand side of the neck (towards the front of the neck) or on the wrist, but most common place to take a pulse is on the neck.
What should you do if you hear any abnormal sounds or beats while taking an apical pulse?
The first thing to do is learn how to take a pulse. You do not use your ears and so should not be hearing any beats or other sounds.
What should you do if you hear any abnormal sound or beats while taking an apical pulse?
The first thing to do is learn how to take a pulse. You do not use your ears and so should not be hearing any beats or other sounds.
What should not be used to take the pulse because it has a pulse of its own?
Your thumb has its own pulse so it shouldn't be used to take your pulse.
Should patients taking blood thinners use precaution with taking a colonoscopy?
Patients who regularly take aspirin , nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), blood thinners, or insulin should be sure to inform the physician prior to the colonoscopy.
Discuss the significance artery and vein difference when taking a pulse?
You cannot generally take a pulse from a vein.
If you are unsure if you are palpating your patients pulse or your own what do you do?
If you are unsure whether you are palpating your patient's pulse or your own, you should stop and reassess the situation. Move your hand away and take a moment to refocus. Then, palpate the patient's pulse again, ensuring you are not inadvertently feeling your own. It may also help to have another person check the pulse if you are still uncertain.
How should patients be prepared for an eye muscle surgery?
Patients should make sure their doctors are aware of any medications that they are taking, even over-the-counter medications. Patients should not take aspirin, or any other blood-thinning medications for ten days prior to surgery.
Why is it important for the arm to be free from restrictions when taking pulse?
When taking a pulse you do not want anything restricting the blood flow through that particular artery. Other than that if a patient is in restraints it is okay to take a pulse while they are being restrained.
