When Auscultating the Apex of the Lung, You Should Listen

question 46

Multiple Choice

When auscultating the apex of the lung, you should listen

• A)even with the second rib.
• B)4 cm above the first rib.
• C)higher on the right side.
• D)on the convex diaphragm surface.
• E)directly over the clavicles.

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Definitions:

Vertical Plane

An imaginary line that divides the body into front (anterior) and back (posterior) parts.

Body Portions

Different sections or parts of the human body, each serving specific functions in the overall physiology and anatomy of the individual.

Parietal Pericardium

The outer layer of the pericardium, a sac that encloses the heart, providing protection against infection and physical damage.

Serous Membrane

A thin tissue that lines certain internal cavities of the body, producing a serous fluid for lubrication.