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What is the normal range for pulse rate?
What is the normal range for pulse rate?
- 70-110 beats per minute
- 80-100 beats per minute
- 60-90 beats per minute (correct)
- 40-60 beats per minute
What is the term for a pulse rate above 100 beats per minute?
What is the term for a pulse rate above 100 beats per minute?
- Arrhythmia
- Extrasystols
- Tachycardia (correct)
- Bradycardia
What condition can cause a decreased pulse rate?
What condition can cause a decreased pulse rate?
- Paroxysmal tachycardia
- Myxoedema (correct)
- Excess digitalis
- Atrial fibrillation
What is the term for a pulse deficit?
What is the term for a pulse deficit?
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What is the term for an irregular pulse rhythm?
What is the term for an irregular pulse rhythm?
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Study Notes
Pulse Rate
- Normal pulse rate range: varies by age and physical condition, but generally considered normal for adults is 60-100 beats per minute (bpm)
- Pulse rate above 100 bpm is termed tachycardia
- A decreased pulse rate can be caused by bradycardia, a condition characterized by a heartbeat that is too slow
- A pulse deficit occurs when the pulse rate is lower than the heart rate, often due to some heartbeats not generating a pulse
- An irregular pulse rhythm is termed arrhythmia, which can be caused by various factors such as abnormal heart rhythms or premature contractions
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