Would it be more accurate to measure the pulse for 15 seconds or for a full...

  

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Would it be more accurate to measure the pulse for 15 seconds or for a full minute? Explain your answer. Data Table 3 Radial Pulse Point Pulse point of choice (indicate which): Data Table 4 Radial Pulse Point Pulse point of choice (indicate which): 1-Minute Count 1-Minute Count 3. Compare your results for Data Tables 3 and 4. Were the number of heart beats per minute approximately the same for each position, standing vs. supine? Why or why not? Would it be more accurate to measure the pulse for 15 seconds or for a full minute? Explain your answer. Data Table 3 Radial Pulse Point Pulse point of choice (indicate which): Data Table 4 Radial Pulse Point Pulse point of choice (indicate which): 1-Minute Count 1-Minute Count 3. Compare your results for Data Tables 3 and 4. Were the number of heart beats per minute approximately the same for each position, standing vs. supine? Why or why not?

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