Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic Certification Practice Exam

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What is the function of the carotid artery?

It carries blood from the heart to the lungs
It carries blood from the heart to the head
It carries blood from the heart to the abdomen
It carries blood from the head to the heart

The correct answer is: It carries blood from the heart to the head

The carotid artery is primarily responsible for transporting oxygenated blood from the heart to the brain and the head. This vital function ensures that these areas receive the necessary blood supply to sustain cellular metabolism and overall function. The carotid arteries bifurcate into the internal and external carotid arteries, with the internal supplying blood to the brain and the external supplying blood to the face and neck. Therefore, the correct answer accurately reflects the carotid artery’s role in the cardiovascular system, emphasizing its importance in supplying blood to critical areas such as the head and brain.