Asked by Suci Nabila Putri on Jun 20, 2024

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The radial pulse can be felt just lateral to the tendon of the ________.

A) flexor carpi ulnaris
B) flexor carpi radialis
C) extensor carpi radialis brevis
D) extensor carpi radialis longus
E) brachioradialis

Radial Pulse

Pulse detected in the radial artery.

Flexor Carpi Ulnaris

A muscle of the forearm that acts to flex and adduct (move towards the body) the wrist.

Flexor Carpi Radialis

A muscle of the forearm that acts to flex and abduct the hand.

  • Identify the differences in muscle functions as they relate to movements in fingers, hands, and legs.
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Jeremy SpecialsJun 20, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The radial pulse is felt just lateral to the tendon of the flexor carpi radialis, which is located near the wrist on the thumb side.