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[Location] At the side of the neck where the carotid artery runs between the trachea and the sternocleidomastoid muscle. [How to Locate] Locate the larynx or voice box and slide 2 to 3 fingers off into the groove beside it. Never press both carotids at the same time or press it too hard or too long because this can cause a reflex drop in blood pressure or pulse rate. Used in case of cardiac arrest. Used to determine circulation of the brain [Site] 
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