Measuring Heart Rate: How to Find a Person's Heartbeat
Methods
- Palpating pulse: Place index/middle fingers on wrist below thumb. Count beats for 15 seconds × 4 = bpm.
- Stethoscope: Place on chest below left collarbone. Listen for "lub-dub." Count 15 seconds × 4.
- Pulse oximeter: Clip on finger; displays heart rate and oxygen saturation.
Normal adult resting heart rate: 60–100 bpm. Varies by age, activity, health.
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