In most adults the apical impulse is visible at the midclavicular line in the fifth left intercostal space, but it is easily obscured by obesity, large breasts or muscularity. In some patients it may be visible in the fourth left intercostal space.
July 2, 2014
Nursing Tip of the Day! - Fundamentals
In most adults the apical impulse is visible at the midclavicular line in the fifth left intercostal space, but it is easily obscured by obesity, large breasts or muscularity. In some patients it may be visible in the fourth left intercostal space.
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