Which arterial pulse is most useful for evaluating heart activity?
a. Femoral
b. Radial
c. Temporal
d. Carotid
D
Carotid arteries are the most easily accessible arterial pulse and closest to the heart; therefore, the carotid pulse is the most useful for evaluating heart activity.
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Select the problem statement with the preferred format
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