The nurse is preparing to conduct a cardiovascular assessment. Which positions are appropriate for the patient to assume during cardiac auscultation? Select all that apply
1) Sitting
2) Trendelenburg
3) Supine
4) Sims'
5) Left lateral recumbent
ANS: 1, 3, 5
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