The nurse is auscultating the client's lungs and is able to auscultate bronchovesicular sounds over the client's left lung. Which location would the nurse use when auscultating this type of lung sound?

1. A.
2. B.
3. C.
4. D.


Correct Answer: 2
Bronchovesicular sounds may be auscultated at the second and third intercostal spaces at the left and right sternal borders. The nurse will hear bronchovesicular sounds.

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