Peripheral Pulses are those pulses that are palpable at the peripheries (hand and legs) –eg, radial, dorsal pedal, which signal vascular compromise–especially in the legs. Major peripheral pulses are palpated for symmetry. The elasticity of the arterial wall is also examined. The simulated activity allows the palpation of these pulses by clicking on each marked spots on the virtual patient. Thus the user can rule out the presence of any peripheral vascular disease.
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Simulation Type |
Condition, Using Graphics |
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Gender Specific |
No |
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Conditions Simulated |
Presence or absence of pulse in the following areas ● Common Carotid Artery ● Radial Artery ● Brachial Artery ● Dorsalis Pedis Artery ● Posterior Tibial Artery ● Femoral Artery ● Popliteal Artery ● Radiofemoral Delay ● Radio Radial Delay |
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Procedure |
● Click on the spots or the labels (A-G arteries or the B&F,B&B delays) in the right side panel to check the presence or absence of pulse. ● System will show a wave in top of the right panel if pulse present. Otherwise, it will be a straight line. |