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Can be taken at the Radial artery, Carotid artery, and Brachial Artery.
Evaluate the rate and rhythm.
Echo
In the Carotid or Brachial artery, also evaluate amplitude and contour.
Hypothyroidism
Hypoglycemia
Malnutrition/Starvation
Prolonged exposure to cold.
Hyperthyroidism
Hypodroxia
Breathe deeply.
Palpate the fingertips.
Raise patient's arm until the brachial artery is at heart level.
Keep pressure of cuff up until visible pressure showing on carotid artery.
Estimate the systolic pressure first by palpating the radial artery, noting its disappearance when the cuff is inflated.
Length of Diaphragm
Rate
Depth of Diaphragm
Rhythm
Depth of Breath
Effort of Breathing
Length of Breath
Normal rate 14 - 20 breaths per minute