Before starting chest compressions, you need to check for a pulse. Which pulse site should you use?

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The carotid pulse is the pulse site that should be used when checking for a pulse before starting chest compressions. It is located on the side of the neck and is easily accessible. The other pulse sites listed (radial, apical, femoral) may also be used to check for a pulse, but the carotid pulse is typically the most accessible and easiest to locate in an emergency situation.

Before Starting Chest Compressions, You Need to Check for a Pulse