Pulse Flashcards

Front

Antecubital space

Back

The space located at the front of the elbow

Front

Aorta

Back

The major trunk of the arterial system of the body

Front

Bounding pulse

Back

A pulse with an increased volume that feels very strong and full

Front

Bradycardia

Back

An abnormally slow heart rate (less than 60 beats per minute)

Front

Dysrhythmia

Back

An irregular rhythm

Front

Intercostal

Back

Between the ribs

Front

Pulse rhythm

Back

The time interval between heartbeats

Front

Pulse volume

Back

The strength of the heartbeat

Front

Tachycardia

Back

An abnormally fast heart rate (more than 100 beats per minute)

Front

Thready pulse

Back

A pulse with a decreased volume that feels weak and thin