Where would the nurse place the head of the stethoscope when assessing an apical pulse?
a. Third intercostal space at proximal edge of the clavicle
b. Fourth intercostal space at the edge of the sternum
c. Fifth intercostal space even with the middle of the clavicle
d. Sixth intercostal space above the diaphragm
ANS: C
The correct placement of the stethoscope for the assessment of the apical pulse is at the fifth intercostal space at the midclavicular line. The pulse should be counted for a full minute.
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