Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Pulse01:16

Pulse

When the heart pumps blood out, arterial elastic fibers play a crucial role in sustaining a high-pressure gradient. They expand to accommodate the received blood and then recoil - a process known as the pulse that can be either manually palpated or electronically quantified. Despite a reduction in its effect with increased distance from the heart, elements of the pulse's systolic and diastolic components persist, observable even at the arteriole level.
The pulse serves as a clinical indicator...
Pulse01:05

Pulse

The pulse is one of the most fundamental physiological indicators of the body's cardiovascular health. It is the rhythmic expansion and contraction of the arterial walls in response to the pressure generated by the heart's pumping action.
Pulse Rate and its Significance
Pulse rate, often measured in beats per minute (bpm), reflects the heart rate (HR), which is influenced by numerous factors such as stress, physical activity, and hormonal changes. A normal resting adult pulse rate falls between...
Regulation of Pulse01:20

Regulation of Pulse

Pulse regulation involves physiological mechanisms that ensure adequate blood flow throughout the body. The heartbeat, regulated by the autonomic nervous system, is influenced by hormonal balance, physical activity, and emotional state.
Special considerations while measuring pulse01:13

Special considerations while measuring pulse

Assessing a patient's pulse is a fundamental skill in healthcare, but certain situations require special attention:
Pulse amplitude and quality01:17

Pulse amplitude and quality

Pulse amplitude is a crucial indicator of cardiac health because it provides valuable insights into the strength of left ventricular contractions and the overall uniformity of blood circulation within the vasculature. The strength of the pulse is directly related to the force with which the heart contracts and the volume of blood being pumped.
A weak or absent pulse may indicate reduced cardiac output or poor left ventricular contraction, which can be signs of cardiovascular dysfunction or...
Pulse rhythm01:30

Pulse rhythm

Pulse rhythm refers to the pattern of pulsations within specific intervals, offering valuable insights into the regularity or irregularity of the heart's beats as observed through the pattern of pulsation within specific intervals. A regular pulse exhibits a consistent heart rate with uniform waveforms and pulsation force, variations of which can be classified as normal, weak, or bounding.
Conversely, an irregular pulse pattern is termed dysrhythmia, stemming from disruptions in cardiac muscle...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Factors associated with nurses' physical and psychological quality of life during the COVID-19 pandemic: a multicentre analytical cross-sectional study.

BMC nursing·2026
Same author

[Targeted and ongoing clinical examination to ensure clinical monitoring].

Soins; la revue de reference infirmiere·2025
Same author

Online Health Information Resources: The Key Congruence Between User Characteristics, Perceived Usefulness and Perceived Ease of Use.

Studies in health technology and informatics·2025
Same author

I-PASS-Structured Bedside Nursing Handovers: A Type-1 Effectiveness-Implementation Hybrid Pilot Study.

Journal of advanced nursing·2025
Same author

Effectiveness of self-management digital interventions for improving health-related outcomes in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: an umbrella review protocol.

JBI evidence synthesis·2025
Same author

Quality of life and professional wellbeing of Portuguese nurses during the COVID-19 pandemic: a longitudinal study.

BMC public health·2025

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 23, 2026

Pulse Wave Velocity Testing in the Baltimore Longitudinal Study of Aging
06:08

Pulse Wave Velocity Testing in the Baltimore Longitudinal Study of Aging

Published on: February 7, 2014

[The pulse, an essential measurement].

Philippe Delmas1, Lyne Cloutier, Anie Brisebois

  • 1Ecole de La source, Lausanne. p.delmas@ecolelasource.ch

Revue De L'Infirmiere
|April 18, 2012
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Nurses can assess a patient

More Related Videos

Pulse-Wave Velocity, Flow-Mediated Dilation, and Carotid Intima-Media Thickness to Assess Cardiovascular Risk in Population with Metabolic Syndrome
06:04

Pulse-Wave Velocity, Flow-Mediated Dilation, and Carotid Intima-Media Thickness to Assess Cardiovascular Risk in Population with Metabolic Syndrome

Published on: September 27, 2024

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 23, 2026

Pulse Wave Velocity Testing in the Baltimore Longitudinal Study of Aging
06:08

Pulse Wave Velocity Testing in the Baltimore Longitudinal Study of Aging

Published on: February 7, 2014

Pulse-Wave Velocity, Flow-Mediated Dilation, and Carotid Intima-Media Thickness to Assess Cardiovascular Risk in Population with Metabolic Syndrome
06:04

Pulse-Wave Velocity, Flow-Mediated Dilation, and Carotid Intima-Media Thickness to Assess Cardiovascular Risk in Population with Metabolic Syndrome

Published on: September 27, 2024

Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular physiology
  • Clinical assessment techniques

Context:

  • Hemodynamic monitoring is crucial for patient care.
  • Pulse assessment is a fundamental nursing skill.

Purpose:

  • To highlight the importance of manual pulse measurement.
  • To advocate for nurses' clinical judgment in hemodynamic assessment.

Summary:

  • Manual pulse measurement (rate, rhythm, amplitude) provides vital hemodynamic information.
  • This assessment is essential for monitoring patient health status.
  • Nurses should prioritize manual pulse checks over limited device readings.

Impact:

  • Empowers nurses to utilize essential clinical skills.
  • Promotes accurate patient assessment and monitoring.
  • Enhances the quality of patient care through skilled observation.