The strong pulse that is felt by pressing gently along either side of the trachea usually indicates the location of the

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The external carotid artery runs along the side of the trachea and can be felt as a strong pulse when gently pressed. The internal carotid artery is located deeper and cannot be felt with external pressure. The vertebral artery is located at the base of the skull, and the vertebral vein is not located in this area. The cephalic vein runs along the arm and is not located in the neck area where the trachea is.

The Strong Pulse That Is Felt by Pressing Gently Along