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vital signs
outward signs of what is going on inside the body, including respiration; pulse; skin
color, temperature, and condition (plus capillary refill in infants and children); pupils; and
blood pressure.
pulse
The rhythmic expansion and recoil of arteries resulting from heart contraction; can be
felt from the outside of the body.
pulse rate
the number of pulse beats per minute
Tachycardia
abnormally rapid heartbeat (over 100 beats per minute)
Bradycardia
slow heart rate (less than 60 bpm)
pulse quality
the rhythm (regular or irregular) and force (strong or weak) of the pulse
radial pulse
the pulse felt at the wrist