Counts and Records Radial Pulse
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Accurately locate, count, and record radial pulse for one full minute.
This skill teaches proper technique for locating the radial pulse on the thumb side of the wrist and counting beats for one full minute.
What You'll Learn
- Place fingertips on thumb side of wrist
- Count beats for one full minute
- Record within plus or minus 4 beats of evaluator reading
- Wash hands before recording
