Because of proximity of the carotid sinus,massage to which of the following muscles must be done with great care?
A)sternocleidomastoid
B)splenius capitis
C)semispinalis capitis
D)all of the above

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The carotid sinus is located in close proximity to the sternocleidomastoid muscle, making massage to this muscle risky because of the potential for unintended pressure on the carotid sinus. The other two muscles listed (splenius capitis and semispinalis capitis) are not typically associated with a higher risk for carotid sinus stimulation.

Because of Proximity of the Carotid Sinus,massage to Which of the Following