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One for the Road: A blood pressure of 80 systolic? Think again!

What do femoral pulse, radial pulse and carotid pulse actually indicate?

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Well, your patient has a radial pulse, so there must be a blood pressure of at least … what? You think you know what femoral pulse, radial pulse and carotid pulse indicate? Find out with Steve Whitehead on the episode of One For the Road!

Avoid false blood pressure readings that could impact patient care. Discover the most frequent BP measurement mistakes and expert-backed techniques for accuracy.

One for the Road is sponsored by Hartwell Medical. A 35-year player in the industry, Hartwell Medical’s field-tested EMS product line includes vacuum splinting, airway management and immobilization devices designed to meet the latest spinal motion restriction protocols.

Now playing on EMS1 – One for the Road, featuring Steve Whitehead and sponsored by Hartwell Medical. Whether it’s street-smart tips on what to carry in your cargo pocket, or what to do when you make a mistake in the field, this twice-monthly series is a great way to brush up on the essentials all medics need to know. Watch One for the Road.

Steve Whitehead, NRP, is a firefighter/paramedic and EMS instructor with the South Metro Fire Rescue Authority in Lone Tree, Colorado; and creator of the blog, The EMT Spot.