Asked by Tanaia Stenline on Jul 12, 2024
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The nurse notes a small pulsation at the fifth intercostal space midclavicular line.How should the nurse document this finding?
A) Thrill
B) Murmur
C) Normal finding
D) Heave
Intercostal Space
The anatomical area between two ribs, containing muscles and nerves, significant in respiratory function.
Midclavicular Line
Midclavicular Line is an imaginary line drawn vertically through the midpoint of the clavicle, commonly used as a reference in physical examination and medical imaging.
Thrill
A sudden feeling of excitement and pleasure or, in a medical context, a vibration felt on palpation, indicative of an abnormal blood flow or heart murmur.
- Distinguish between standard and non-standard findings in patient assessments.
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Learning Objectives
- Distinguish between standard and non-standard findings in patient assessments.
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