Which Precordial Electrode Is Placed in the Fifth Intercostal Space

question 56

Multiple Choice

Which precordial electrode is placed in the fifth intercostal space, directly below the middle of the armpit?

• A) V₁
• B) V₂
• C) V₄
• D) V₆
• E) V₃

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