Definition of Rate, pulse
Rate, pulse: The pulse rate is most often taken at the wrist. It measures the number of pulsations in the radial artery each minute.
This most often reflects heart rate. Source: MedTerms™ Medical Dictionaryhttp://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=5221
Last Editorial Review: 9/20/2012
Drug Medical Dictionary of Terms by Letter
Medical Dictionary Term:
Women's Health
Find out what women really need.
Updated & New
