Which pulse may be a challenge for a nurse to palpate?
A) Temporal
B) Femoral
C) Popliteal
D) Dorsalis pedis

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For the popliteal pulse, palpate the popliteal artery behind the knee in the popliteal fossa to assess perfusion. This pulse may be difficult to find. The temporal pulse is palpated over the temporal bone on each side of the head. For the femoral pulse, palpate below the inguinal ligament, midway between the symphysis pubis and anterior superior iliac. For the dorsalis pedis pulse, palpate on the inner aspect of the ankle below and slightly behind the medial malleolus (ankle bone).

Which Pulse May Be a Challenge for a Nurse to Palpate