Where can you take a person's pulse?

Taking a person's pulse involves measuring the heartbeat by palpating areas where an artery is close to the skin's surface. The wrist, specifically at the radial artery, is a common site for pulse measurement due to its accessibility and ease of detection. Additionally, the area behind the neck corresponds to the carotid artery, which is also an effective location for assessing pulse rate, especially in emergency situations.

The other sites listed are not practical or common for measuring pulse. The chest and abdomen, while having major arteries, are generally not used for pulse-taking in everyday contexts. The forehead and back of the hand do not have easily palpable arteries for this purpose. Similarly, it is not standard practice to check for a pulse in the feet and knees. Recognizing these common pulse locations is essential for effective health monitoring and emergency response.