CNA Skill 06

SKILL 6: COUNTS AND RECORDS RADIAL PULSE

1. Introduce yourself and explain the procedure to the patient.
2. Locate the radial pulse by placing the tips of fingers on the side of the patient’s wrist.
3. Count the pulse for 60 seconds.
4. Place the call light or signaling device within reach of the patient.
5. Perform hand hygiene.
6. Document pulse within plus or minus 4 of the evaluator’s result.