Measuring Pulse and Respirations

Hours: 0.25
# Course Code: REL-PAC-0-MPAR

Abnormal variations in an individual’s pulse and respiration can be an indicator of a change in health status and can help determine the next course of action. Therefore, it is critical that you know how to properly measure pulse and respiration. In this course, you will learn about the steps involved in assessing an individual’s pulse and respiration.

Course Description

Abnormal variations in an individual’s pulse and respiration can be an indicator of a change in health status and can help determine the next course of action. Therefore, it is critical that you know how to properly measure pulse and respiration. In this course, you will learn about the steps involved in assessing an individual’s pulse and respiration.

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Course Details

Course Code: REL-PAC-0-MPAR

Hours: 0.25

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028

Learning Objectives:
Define the normal pulse and respiratory rate for adults.
Identify the steps needed to measure an individual's pulse and respiratory rate.

Outline:

Section 1: Introduction

About This Course

Learning Objectives

Section 2: Pulse and Respiration

Section 3: Conclusion

Course Summary

Course Contributor

Reference

Subject Matter Expert: Elizabeth Vaccaro, BSN RN, MSCN

Elizabeth Vaccaro earned her Bachelor of Science in nursing from Kean University. She is certified as a Multiple Sclerosis Nurse Educator. Elizabeth has worked in a variety of healthcare settings from the hospital to the pharmaceutical industry which has allowed her to have a great appreciation for all the challenges that span the healthcare field. She has practiced in the hospice setting for nine years in a variety of roles from Case Manager, Educator, and Director of both inpatient and home care hospice. Disclosure: Elizabeth Vaccaro, BSN RN, MSCN discloses the following potential conflict of interests/commercial interests: Relevant Financial Relationship with Relias LLC as a Salaried Employee All of the relationships listed for this individual have been mitigated.Relevant Non-Financial Relationship with No Entities Exists as a Contributor All of the relationships listed for this individual have been mitigated.

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Asynchronous/Online Distance Learning; please see certificate details for specifics on delivery format.
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