Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) (NAHP) Practice Exam

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The most common place to take a pulse is at the?

Brachial artery
Radial artery
Carotid artery
Femoral artery

The correct answer is: Radial artery

The most common place to take a pulse is at the radial artery. This is because the radial artery is easily accessible near the surface of the skin and is located in a convenient location on the wrist. While the brachial artery is also a common place to take a pulse, it is often used in medical settings to measure blood pressure instead. The carotid artery, located in the neck, is also commonly used to take a pulse but is typically only done in emergency situations. The femoral artery, located in the groin area, is not as easily accessible and is usually only used in emergency situations as well. Therefore, the most common and practical place to take a pulse is at the radial artery on the wrist.