Pulse Rate (1)

Definition of pulse rate

Measurement of the number of heartbeats per minute

Characteristic pulse point on the body

Arteries are located very close to the surface of the skin

Usual pulse point on the body

Wrist

Factors that affect pulse rate

Gender, age & physical activity

Reason reading of pulse rate at the wrist

Reading is clear

Definition of pulse point

Pulse points are areas on the body where the pulse can be felt

Affect of heart size on pulse rate

The larger the size of the heart, the lower the pulse rate

Affect of gender on pulse rate

Females have smaller hearts than males, hence, females' pulse rate is higher than males

Affect of age on pulse rate

Children and infants have smaller hearts than adults, hence, they have higher pulse rates than adults

Affect of physical activity on pulse rate

The more vigorous the movement of a person, the more oxygen is used for muscle contraction hence the pulse rate will increase