Ryanair Initial Practice Exam

Where are the pulse points for cardiac compressions located?

1. On the ankle and knee

2. On the wrist below the thumb and in the upper arm

3. On the neck and back of the head

4. On the chest and abdomen

The correct answer is: On the wrist below the thumb and in the upper arm

The pulse points for cardiac compressions are typically found in areas where major arteries are close to the surface of the skin. The correct choice refers to locations on the wrist below the thumb, which is the radial pulse, and in the upper arm, where the brachial pulse can be found. These areas are commonly checked for a pulse in conscious patients or during resuscitation efforts. Knowing these pulse points is crucial in understanding circulation assessment and ensuring effective cardiac compressions if needed. The other options relate to locations that are either less commonly associated with pulse checks or are not pulse points used for assessing cardiac activity. The ankle and knee do not correspond with major pulse points for compressions, while the neck and back of the head do not serve as primary areas for assessing pulse in a practical or clinical setting. The chest and abdomen, while they are crucial areas during CPR for the purposes of compressions, do not represent traditional pulse points. This makes the correct option more relevant in the context of where to effectively assess the pulse during patient rescue scenarios.