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What Are Normal Pulse Rate Readings?
Question: what is normal reading for PR
bpm
bpm
Brief Answer:
60 to 100 bpm
Detailed Answer:
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The normal pulse rate is 60 to 100 bpm. There are some persons who are physically fit who may have a pulse in the 50's.
If the pulse is below 60 and associated with symptoms such as weakness or dizziness then investigation and treatment is needed
A low pulse is called bradycardia
If the pulse is greater than 100, then investigations to determine the possible cause and treatment is also needed
A high pulse is called tachycardia
I hope this helps, feel free to ask anything else
60 to 100 bpm
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
The normal pulse rate is 60 to 100 bpm. There are some persons who are physically fit who may have a pulse in the 50's.
If the pulse is below 60 and associated with symptoms such as weakness or dizziness then investigation and treatment is needed
A low pulse is called bradycardia
If the pulse is greater than 100, then investigations to determine the possible cause and treatment is also needed
A high pulse is called tachycardia
I hope this helps, feel free to ask anything else
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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