NREMT Paramedic

Category - Medical

What is the major artery of the neck?
  1. Brachial
  2. Jugular
  3. Carotid
  4. Radial
Explanation
Answer: C - The major artery of the neck is the carotid. The common carotid artery is a paired structure, there are two in the body, one for each side. The left and right common carotid arteries follow the same course with the exception of their origin. The right common carotid originates in the neck from the brachiocephalic trunk. The left arises from the aortic arch in the chest
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