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Is this accurate 4 chk heart rate? index & third fingers on ur neck 2 the side of ur windpipe.count the # of beats in 15 seconds, then multiply by 4.
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Yes: You can also check it at your wrist below your thumb.
Answered 8/13/2013
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In general: But if you have skipped heart beats or arrhythmia, you are better off count the entire minute or two to be sure.
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