The radial pulse point is at the
A)Neck
B)Axilla
C)Lateral wrist
D)Behind the knee

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The radial pulse point is located on the lateral side (thumb side) of the wrist. It is easily palpable and used frequently to take a pulse rate. Option A (Neck) is the location for taking a carotid pulse, Option B (Axilla) is the location for taking an axillary pulse, and Option D (Behind the knee) is the location for taking a popliteal pulse.

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