Unit 5 · Blood Circulation

Blood Circulation

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Activity 5.4

Measurement of the pulse rate

ObjectiveTo measure pulse rate
Method
  • Sit in a normal posture.
  • Place two fingers on the thumb side of your arm where the radial artery is situated between the radius bone and tendon. Feel the pulse of this artery carefully. Count the number of beats or pulses for one minute. Record the pulse rates of your classmates in the same manner. Compare the data and discuss.
  • Similarly, place your finger on the carotid artery located beneath your lower jaw and measure your pulse rate.
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