You are examining a patient's peripheral vasculature when you note that he has no radial pulse. Your next step would be to:
A) prepare for immediate transport.
B) defibrillate with 200 joules.
C) start CPR.
D) palpate a carotid pulse.

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If no radial pulse is found, the next step would be to palpate a carotid pulse to assess for the presence of a central pulse. This will help determine if the patient has a perfusing rhythm and guide further interventions. If a carotid pulse is absent as well, CPR would be initiated.

You Are Examining a Patient's Peripheral Vasculature When You Note