The nurse is assessing the client's cardiovascular system during the physical assessment. Which location will the nurse use to palpate the point of maximal impulse/apical pulse?

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


Correct Answer: 4
The point of maximum impulse (PMI) is located at the fifth intercostal space in the left midclavicular line.

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