Be able to describe what is a pulse mechanicallySolutionPuls

Be able to describe what is a pulse (mechanically)

Solution

Pulse can be describe as, the regular throbbing of the arteries, caused by the successive contractions of the heart, especially as may be felt at an artery, as at the wrist. There are several pulse pattern reported.

A normal pulse rate after a period of rest is between 60 and 80 beats per minute (bpm). It is faster in children. However, if tachycardia is defined as a pulse rate in excess of 100 bpm and bradycardia is less than 60 bpm then between 60 and 100 bpm must be seen as normal.