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Explain whee to place the stethoscope head when taking an apical pulse

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You would place a sethoscope head on the center of your chest, where the apex of your heart is.

Placing a sethoscope in the right place is important if your wanting to get a correct reading. Placing a sethoscope on someone's stomach is a place you shouldn't. You won't be able to get the correct reading for apical pulse because, your organs may make noises due to digestion.


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