When Taking an Infant's Pulse, If the Brachial Artery Cannot

question 52

Multiple Choice

When taking an infant's pulse, if the brachial artery cannot be felt, which pulse site would be checked?

• A) Over the apex of the heart
• B) At the antecubital space
• C) At the radial artery
• D) Over the brachial artery
• E) At the infant's heel

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