Measuring pulse rate Flashcards
1
Q
How do you measure pulse/heart rate?
A
Measure over radial artery for 30 seconds, count number of beats
Multiply counted number by 2
2
Q
What is the normal range of pulse rate?
A
60-100 bpm
3
Q
What is the term used when the pulse rate is below 60 bpm?
A
Bradycardia
4
Q
What is the term used when the pulse rate is above 100 bpm?
A
Tachycardia
5
Q
How can you tell if pulse rhythm is regular?
A
Pulse has steady, predictable beat
6
Q
Give 4 reasons for bradycardia?
A
Hypothyroidism
Myocarditis (inflammation of heart tissue)
Congenital heart defect
Medications such as opioids, sedatives
7
Q
Give 4 reasons for tachycardia?
A
Stress
Smoking
Heart attack
High alcohol or caffeine intake
