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What is the reasoning behind checking the patient's pulse if the monitor shows a sinus rhythm?

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Dr. Danny Proffitt answered

Many reasons: The pulse can be fast or slow and be in a sinus rhythm. Why is it fast of slow? That is the reason. There are many. Good question though.

Dr Walsh agreed

Answered 10/3/2016

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