When taking an apical pulse, the stethoscope chest piece is placed in what location?
a. Between the third and fourth ribs
b. Over the apex of the heart in the fifth intercostal space
c. At the midaxillary line of the fifth intercostal space
d. At the midnipple line between the third and fourth ribs
Answer: b. Over the apex of the heart in the fifth intercostal space
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