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NREMT Paramedic

Category - Medical

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Which of the following statements is correct regarding a patient's pulse?

It can be felt at any place
Carotid, femoral, and brachial pulses are considered "central" pulses.
It directly reflects the rhythm, rate, and relative strength of the heart's contraction.
A carotid pulse should be taken in patients less than 1 year old.

Explanation

Answer: C - The pulse directly reflects the rhythm, rate and strength of the contraction of the heart. It also is reflects the blood volume being pumped out of the heart. It can be felt at any point where an artery crosses over a bone near the surface of the skin.

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