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avsgirl4ever
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avsgirl4ever asked in Science & MathematicsBiology · 9 years ago

Will the pulse be stronger on the same side as the person's handedness?

I am practicing for my state CNA (Certified Nurse Aid) test, and i took my own pulse.It is stronger when i take it on my right hand.I am right handed.I am wondering if it's just a quirk,or if a person's pulse is stronger on their dominate side..maybe bc of more muscle developement?

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  • novangelis
    Lv 7
    9 years ago
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    It is not a coincidence. Blood vessels are dynamic structures that respond to blood flow. The preferred hand will need more blood, because of greater utilization. While there will be exceptions based on anatomic quirks, and variable usage, the radial artery in the dominant hand can be expected to carry a greater volume of blood that will result in a stronger pulse.

  • jimmymae2000
    Lv 7
    9 years ago

    Left side is closer to the heart so should be stronger.

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