A patient with an anterior elbow laceration has decreased radial pulse strength. Which artery is most likely injured?
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Correct answer: Brachial artery
The brachial artery is superficial at the cubital fossa and is commonly injured by anterior elbow trauma. Injury may compromise radial and ulnar pulses.
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