Basic Nursing SkillsQuestion 100 of 200
Normal adult resting heart rate range is:
a.30-50 beats per minute
b.100-130 beats per minute
c.60-100 beats per minute
d.Above 120 beats per minute
Explanation
Normal adult resting heart rate is 60-100 beats per minute. Bradycardia (below 60) may be normal in athletes or may signal heart block, beta-blocker effect, or vagal stimulation; tachycardia (above 100) may indicate fever, pain, anxiety, dehydration, hemorrhage, hyperthyroidism, or a primary cardiac issue. CNAs report rates outside the resident's individualized parameters and any abnormal rhythm (irregular, weak, thready) to the nurse promptly. Count for a full 60 seconds when the rhythm is irregular for accuracy.
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