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Where can you check the pulse for an infant or child?

A. Carotid artery
B. Radial artery
C. Brachial artery
D. Femoral artery

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Answer:

B. Radical artery

Step-by-step explanation:

it runs closest to the skin and is easy to locate

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Final answer:

Pulse in infants and children can be checked at various locations, including the radial artery and the brachial artery.

Step-by-step explanation:

Pulse can be palpated manually by placing the tips of the fingers across an artery that runs close to the body surface and pressing lightly. While this procedure is normally performed using the radial artery in the wrist or the common carotid artery in the neck, any superficial artery that can be palpated may be used. Common sites to find a pulse include brachial arteries in the upper arm, femoral arteries in the thigh, popliteal arteries behind the knees, posterior tibial arteries near the medial tarsal regions, and dorsalis pedis arteries in the feet.

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