ACE Health Coach Certification Practice Test

Which artery is found on the ventral aspect of the wrist at the thumb side?

1. Ulnar artery

2. Radial artery

3. Brachial artery

4. Femoral artery

The correct answer is: Radial artery

The radial artery is indeed located on the ventral (palmar) aspect of the wrist and is positioned on the thumb side. It is a major blood vessel that branches off from the brachial artery and runs down the forearm to supply blood to the hand and wrist. The anatomical positioning of the radial artery makes it accessible for pulse measurement at the wrist, which is often performed during clinical assessments. In contrast, the ulnar artery is situated on the opposite side of the wrist, closer to the little finger, which is why it is not the correct answer. The brachial artery is located higher up in the arm and does not reach the wrist, while the femoral artery is located in the thigh, far removed from the wrist area. Thus, the radial artery's specific location at the wrist on the thumb side aligns perfectly with the question's requirements.