189 bpm resting pulse
Is a 189 pulse rate too high? A heart rate of 189 beats per minute (or 31.5 beats every 10 seconds) is higher than the range considered normal for adults and children over ten.3 It is normal for children under ten to have pulses over 100. Consult the table below to determine if a 189 is normal for your child's age.
While within the normal adult range of 60 to 100, a 189 pulse is 177.9% quicker than the typical adult average of 73 bpm.
Your resting pulse will vary with age. Consult the table below to check how a 189 heart rate compares to others in your age range. See also: Exercising pulse of 189 bpm
189 bpm Pulse Percentile by Age
| Age | Percentile for 189 resting pulse |
|---|---|
| Infant | |
| 1 year | |
| 2-3 years | |
| 4-5 years | |
| 6-8 years | |
| 9-11 years | |
| 12-15 years | |
| 16-19 years | |
| 20-39 years | |
| 40-59 years | |
| 60-79 years | |
| 80+ years |
Source Citations
- Linda J. Vorvick MD, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services National Institute of Health Pulse: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia