A radial pulse is usually counted for
A) 15 seconds
B) 30 seconds
C) 45 seconds
D) 60 seconds

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A radial pulse is usually counted for 30 seconds and then multiplied by 2 to get the heart rate per minute. This method is more accurate than counting for shorter periods of time because it allows for any irregularities or fluctuations in the pulse rate to be accounted for. Counting for longer periods of time may be inconvenient for the patient or lead to inaccurate results as the pulse may change during that time period.

A Radial Pulse Is Usually Counted for