Understanding Pulse Checking and Exercise Recommendations

The video tutorial explains how to check your pulse using your index and middle fingers on your carotid artery. It guides you to count the beats for 10 seconds and multiply by 6 to find your heart rate per minute. The tutorial emphasizes the role of exercise in cancer prevention, recommending 150 minutes of moderate or 75 minutes of vigorous activity weekly, as per the American College of Sports Medicine. For more details, viewers are directed to visit mdanderson.org/focus.

What fingers should you use to check your pulse on the carotid artery?

• Ring and pinky finger

• Index and middle finger

• Middle and ring finger

• Thumb and index finger

How do you calculate your heart rate per minute after counting beats for 10 seconds?

• Multiply by 4

• Multiply by 10

• Multiply by 5

• Multiply by 6

Why is monitoring your heartbeat important during exercise?

• It indicates your muscle strength

• It helps you determine your exercise intensity

• It tells you how many calories you burn

• It shows your hydration level

What is the recommended amount of moderate physical activity per week according to the American College of Sports Medicine?

• 200 minutes

• 250 minutes

• 150 minutes

• 100 minutes

Where can you find more information about exercise recommendations?

• mdanderson.org/focus

• cancer.org/exercise

• who.int/physicalactivity

• health.gov/fitness