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Monitors designed for continuous measurement and display of the number of rhythmic expansions (pulsations) of an artery per minute (i.e., pulse rate in beats per minute). These monitors consist of a main electronic unit that is capable of acquiring and processing signals from one or more sensors; a display; and audible and/or visual alarms that are triggered when the patient\'s pulse rate drops below or exceeds preset limits. Pulse rate monitors are available for use at the bedside and for personal self-monitoring; most multipurpose and electrocardiography monitors are capable of pulse rate monitoring.
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