Which pulse is NOT classified as a central pulse?

The radial pulse is not classified as a central pulse because it is located at the wrist, away from the body's core. Central pulses refer to those that are closer to the heart and provide a more direct indication of cardiac output and the body’s systemic circulation. The carotid pulse, found in the neck, and the femoral pulse, located in the groin, both qualify as central pulses because they are positioned nearer to the aorta and directly reflect the central circulation. In contrast, the radial pulse is often used for routine checks because of its accessibility but does not provide as immediate a reflection of the heart's pumping capacity as the central pulses do.