The nurse wants to assess the apex of a patient's right lung. In which location should the nurse place the stethoscope?
1. Intercostal space, sixth rib near the sternum
2. Intercostal space, fourth rib near the axillary line
3. Below the scapula
4. Near the right clavicle
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Rationale 1: This placement is too low.
Rationale 2: This placement is too low.
Rationale 3: The scapulae are located posterior to the lungs.
Rationale 4: The apex of each lung lies just below the clavicle, whereas the base of each lung rests on the diaphragm.
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