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    The document provides instructions for checking one's pulse in two locations - the wrist and the carotid artery in the neck. To check the pulse in the wrist, place two fingers below the thumb and count the beats for 30 seconds, then double the result to get beats per minute. When checking the carotid pulse in the neck, be careful not to press too hard, as older individuals risk feeling lightheaded or falling. Safety is emphasized when checking the pulse in the carotid artery.

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    The document provides instructions for checking one's pulse in two locations - the wrist and the carotid artery in the neck. To check the pulse in the wrist, place two fingers below the thumb and count the beats for 30 seconds, then double the result to get beats per minute. When checking the carotid pulse in the neck, be careful not to press too hard, as older individuals risk feeling lightheaded or falling. Safety is emphasized when checking the pulse in the carotid artery.

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    Pulse Measurement

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    The document provides instructions for checking one's pulse in two locations - the wrist and the carotid artery in the neck. To check the pulse in the wrist, place two fingers below the thumb and count the beats for 30 seconds, then double the result to get beats per minute. When checking the carotid pulse in the neck, be careful not to press too hard, as older individuals risk feeling lightheaded or falling. Safety is emphasized when checking the pulse in the carotid artery.

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    Pulse Measurement

    Checking your pulse on the wrist

    You can easily check your pulse on the inside of your wrist, below your thumb.
    ● Gently place 2 fingers of your other hand on this artery.
    ● Do not use your thumb, because it has its own pulse that you may feel.
    ● Count the beats for 30 seconds, and then double the result to get the number of beats per
    minute.

    Checking your pulse in the carotid artery

    You can also check your pulse in the carotid artery. This is located in your neck, on either side of
    your windpipe. Be careful when checking your pulse in this location, especially if you are older
    than 65. If you press too hard, you may become lightheaded and fall.

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    ● Pulse Measurement. (n.d.). https://www.cham.org/HealthwiseArticle.aspx?id=hw233473

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