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Guide for Aviation Medical Examiners

Decision Considerations - Aerospace Medical Dispositions
Item 56. Pulse

If there is bradycardia, tachycardia, or arrhythmia, further evaluation is warranted and deferral may be indicated (see Item 36, for more details.) A cardiac evaluation may be needed to determine the applicant's qualifications. Temporary stresses or fever may, at times, result in abnormal pulse readings. If the Examiner believes this to be the case, the applicant should be given a few days to recover and then be retested. If this is not possible, the Examiner should defer issuance, pending further evaluation.

Last updated: Monday, July 13, 2015