NURSING ANM AND GNM

Detailed explanation-1: -Overview. The carotid arteries take oxygenated blood from the heart to the brain. The pulse from the carotids may be felt on either side of the front of the neck just below the angle of the jaw. This rhythmic “beat” is caused by varying volumes of blood being pushed out of the heart toward the extremities.

Detailed explanation-2: -To check your pulse over your carotid artery, place your index and middle fingers on your neck to the side of your windpipe. When you feel your pulse, look at your watch and count the number of beats in 15 seconds. Multiply this number by 4 to get your heart rate per minute.

Detailed explanation-3: -Taking your carotid pulse. Find the area on one side of your neck near your windpipe. Your carotid pulse can be taken on either side of your neck.

Detailed explanation-4: -A visible neck pulse when your heart rate is resting is another red flag to call your doctor about ASAP. “That could also indicate a carotid artery tumor, ‘’ Dr. Varvares says. “You may also see a firm mass in the upper neck."