Substantial evidence has now accrued to robustly support systematic case finding using pulse regularity checks in...
Resources
These resources bring together methodologies, resources and support for commissioners and clinicians.
To navigate the available resources, search by resource type or use keywords.
BHF Link – checking your pulse
How to check your pulse. You may be able to tell if you have a regular or irregular heart beat by checking your pulse....
Wandsworth CCG Pulse Check Link
Wandsworth CCG undertook pulse checks in Flu clinics.
Arrhythmia Alliance Link – Know Your Pulse
The AA Know Your Pulse (KYP) campaign promotes the need for people to be aware of their pulse and for the need to...
NHS Health Check Link
Embed pulse checks in commissioning plans to include them in all routine clinical practice, e.g. flu vaccination...
Opportunistic pulse checks in primary care to improve recognition of atrial fibrillation
This case study evaluates the impact of a systematic programme to promote pulse regularity checks in general practice...
Intervention to improve pulse regularity check over age 65 years
A list of how to improve pulse checks for patients age 65 years and over. Including educational sessions, on screen...
Pulse checks for Atrial Fibrillation detection during diabetes foot checks
This case study discusses whether training podiatrists to provide opportunistic screening for atrial fibrillation...