Uranus at opposition is just barely visible to the naked eye and was undoubtedly seen by the ancients. But it moves very slowly, about four degrees per year, so that its motion is not readily apparent. With no special reason to watch this particular dim star over the course of several months, none of the ancient records identify it as a planet.
Pulse (or the count of arterial pulse per minute) is equivalent to measuring the heart rate. The heart rate can also be measured by listening to the heart beat directly (auscultation), traditionally using a stethoscope and counting it for a minute. The radial pulse is commonly measured using three fingers.
The pulse is the number of heartbeats per minute. How the Test is Performed. The pulse can be measured at areas where an artery passes close to the skin. To measure the pulse at the wrist, place the index and middle finger over the underside of the opposite wrist, below the base of the thumb.