pulse

notes

Normal pulse is between 60-100 beats per minute

Never use your thumb because you will feel your own

Count for 1 minute using a second hand clock

Pulse is the beat of the heart felt at an artery as the wave of blood passes through the artery.

Pulse rhythm should be regular, steady and predictable

If a pulse is irregular make sure you report to the charge nurse immediately

The pulse rate can be measured at various points in the body such as:

Radial artery- Thumb side of wrist

Carotid - Neck

Brachial - Inner elbow

Femoral - Groin

Popliteal - Behind the knee

step 1

OPENING STATEMENT:

Make sure to close the door)

Good morning Miss Suzy my name is ...

I'm your C.N.A for today I'm here to perform/ give..

Is this a good time for you?

I see your call light is within reach, I'm going to close your curtain for privacy and I'm going to wash my hands and gather supplies.

step 2

Bring recording sheet

Place fingers on radial pulse (located on the thumb side of the wrist)

Once you find the pulse take for one full minute

Record

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