To avoid the carotid sinus, you should palpate for a carotid pulse at the level of:
A) Terry's point.
B) the cricoid cartilage.
C) the sternocleidomastoid muscle.
D) carotid bifurcation.

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Palpating for the carotid pulse at the level of the cricoid cartilage helps avoid the carotid sinus, which is located superior to the level of the cricoid cartilage. Palpating at the level of Terry's point or the sternocleidomastoid muscle may put pressure on the carotid sinus and cause a reflex bradycardia or even cardiac arrest. Palpating at the carotid bifurcation may be difficult and inaccurate.

To Avoid the Carotid Sinus, You Should Palpate for a Carotid