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A pulse is the heart rate. It's the number of times the heart beats in one minute. The pulse can be measured using the radial artery in the wrist or the ...
When you feel your pulse, count the number of beats in 15 seconds. Multiply this number by four to calculate your beats per minute. Keep in mind that many ...
Stiffness of the body's largest arteries is the leading cause of increased pulse pressure in older adults. High blood pressure and a buildup of fats, ...
You can take your pulse using the radial artery in your wrist or the carotid artery in your neck. Some medical conditions can be a factor in determining the ...
Rapid pulse. Shortness of breath. When to see a doctor. Many things can cause tachycardia. If you feel like your heart is beating too fast, make an ...
Certain medications, including sedatives, opioids, and drugs used to treat heart rhythm disorders, high blood pressure and certain mental health disorders. To ...
Soon the person's breathing and pulse will stop. Ventricular fibrillation is an emergency that needs immediate medical help. It's the most frequent cause of ...
For most adults, a healthy heart rate is between 60 to 100 beats per minute. To check your pulse at the blood vessel in the neck called the carotid artery, ...
In infants and very young children, symptoms of SVT may be vague. The symptoms can include sweating, poor feeding, a change in skin color and a rapid pulse. If ...
Healthy pulse oximeter values often range from 95% to 100%. Values under 90% are considered low. Often, hypoxemia treatment involves receiving extra oxygen.
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