To Estimate Heart Size by Percussion, You Should Begin Tapping

question 37

Multiple Choice

To estimate heart size by percussion, you should begin tapping at the

• A)apex.
• B)left sternal border.
• C)midclavicular line.
• D)midsternal line.
• E)anterior axillary line.

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