Assessing Radial Pulse

Category: Vital Signs
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Purpose

Describe the clinical purpose of radial pulse assessment.

Equipment

• Watch with second hand (or timer)

Procedure

Characteristics to Assess

• Rate: beats per minute
• Rhythm: regular or irregular
• Strength/Amplitude: 0–4+ scale

Normal Findings

• Adult: 60–100 bpm, regular rhythm

Notes

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