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What Are the Cephalocaudal and Proximodistal Patterns? Give Examples for Each

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What are the cephalocaudal and proximodistal patterns? Give examples for each.


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Bradycardia

A slower than normal heart rate, typically defined as fewer than 60 beats per minute in adults.

Tachycardia

A condition characterized by an abnormally fast heart rate, often defined as exceeding 100 beats per minute in adults.

Heart Rate

The number of heartbeats per unit of time, typically expressed in beats per minute (bpm), indicating cardiovascular fitness and health.

Telemetry Unit

A hospital section dedicated to the monitoring of patients' vital signs and cardiac status remotely using specialized technology.

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