Question

6. which finger should you NOT use when taking a pulse ? ( 1point )

A . thumb

b. middle

c. pinky

d. index

Answer 1

You should not use the Thumb

Answer 2

The correct answer is A. Thumb. You should not take your pulse with the thumb!

The reason is, that the larger vessels in your thumb have a pulse of their own, which may trick you into thinking you've found you pulse when you haven't. Also, if you are taking the pulse of somebody else, what you may be feeling is your own pulse (through your thumb). Therefore, you should not use option A. Your Thumb, to measure pulse.

Answer 3

a duh