When a person's pulse is taken by palpation near the thumb on the wrist, which artery is felt?
A)Brachial artery
B)Ulnar artery
C)Radial artery
D)Palmar arch arteries

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The radial artery is located on the thumb side of the wrist and is easily palpable, making it the artery that is typically evaluated when checking a person's pulse at the wrist.

When a Person's Pulse Is Taken by Palpation near the Thumb