actually there is no difference between pulse rate n heart beat if you start counting pulse n heart beat they are same . in pulse we feel some dhak dhak sound because blood is flowing .
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Heart beat is the rhythmic contraction of the heart while pulse is caused by the heart beat. Heart sends the blood through the arteries with certain pressure, arteries in our body are compressed at certain positions and when blood rushes at certain pressure the arteries palpate and this palpation is known as the pulse.
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A heartbeat is a contraction of the heart's muscle, forcing blood to move through arteries. An electrical impulse causes the cardiac muscle to contract. An average healthy adult heart rate is 60 to 80 beats per minute. For older adults, normal is considered 60 to 100 beats per minute. Women generally have a higher rate than men.
A heart rate greater than 100 beats per minute is considered "tachycardia." Less than 60 is "bradycardia." In the case of well-conditioned adults, a heart rate less than 60 could be termed "athletic bradycardia," which is positive. In this case, the heart is so efficient in contracting and in meeting the needs of blood supply to the rest of the body that it is slower than normal.
To calculate your heart rate, find your pulse in your inner wrist, about 2 inches down from your thumb. Count the number of times you feel the pulse against your index finger in one minute. (Or count for 15 seconds and multiply by four.) Don't use your thumb to palpate (you may feel that artery's pulse). Another way is to palpate your carotid. Do so gently. Put your index finger about an inch or two from the center of your neck to either side. You should feel a good pulse.
Whenever taking a pulse, but especially in the case of the carotid, take care not to press too hard. You may stop the blood flow. In the case of the radial pulse, press too hard and you will occlude it. In the case of the carotid, you may limit blood flow to your brain. If your other carotid has plaque buildup, you may cause a loss of consciousness.
Pulse can have quality, too. Does it feel weak and thready? Is it strong and bounding? Some radial pulses may disappear when you take a deep breath of air in (inspiration) and hold it. Because this reduces the amount of pressure in your chest cavity, your heart has an easier time pumping and normally does so with less force. Blood pressure is gauged by the force of the blood against the artery's wall.
To find your maximal heart rate for exercise purposes, subtract your age from 220. This should be the highest heart rate you reach for general conditioning purposes. Consult your doctor before any exercise and your intent to pursue a maximal heart rate. Generally, by exercising to reach your maximal heart rate, you are ensuring you will stress your heart enough to produce the benefits of a cardio workout.
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A heartbeat is a contraction of the heart's muscle, forcing blood to move through arteries. An electrical impulse causes the cardiac muscle to contract. An average healthy adult heart rate is 60 to 80 beats per minute. For older adults, normal is considered 60 to 100 beats per minute. Women generally have a higher rate than men.
A heart rate greater than 100 beats per minute is considered "tachycardia." Less than 60 is "bradycardia." In the case of well-conditioned adults, a heart rate less than 60 could be termed "athletic bradycardia," which is positive. In this case, the heart is so efficient in contracting and in meeting the needs of blood supply to the rest of the body that it is slower than normal.
Calculate Your Heart Rate
To calculate your heart rate, find your pulse in your inner wrist, about 2 inches down from your thumb. Count the number of times you feel the pulse against your index finger in one minute. (Or count for 15 seconds and multiply by four.) Don't use your thumb to palpate (you may feel that artery's pulse). Another way is to palpate your carotid. Do so gently. Put your index finger about an inch or two from the center of your neck to either side. You should feel a good pulse.
Whenever taking a pulse, but especially in the case of the carotid, take care not to press too hard. You may stop the blood flow. In the case of the radial pulse, press too hard and you will occlude it. In the case of the carotid, you may limit blood flow to your brain. If your other carotid has plaque buildup, you may cause a loss of consciousness.
Pulse can have quality, too. Does it feel weak and thready? Is it strong and bounding? Some radial pulses may disappear when you take a deep breath of air in (inspiration) and hold it. Because this reduces the amount of pressure in your chest cavity, your heart has an easier time pumping and normally does so with less force. Blood pressure is gauged by the force of the blood against the artery's wall.
What's Your Maximal Heart Rate?
To find your maximal heart rate for exercise purposes, subtract your age from 220. This should be the highest heart rate you reach for general conditioning purposes. Consult your doctor before any exercise and your intent to pursue a maximal heart rate. Generally, by exercising to reach your maximal heart rate, you are ensuring you will stress your heart enough to produce the benefits of a cardio workout.
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