During the respiratory assessment of a client the nurse wishes to ...

[schs14]

During the respiratory assessment of a client the nurse wishes to locate the angle of Louis. Which landmarks will the nurse use to identify this structure?
 
  1. Clavicle.
  2. Sternum.
  3. First rib.
  4. Vertebral column.

Question 2

The nurse wants to assess the apex of a client's right lung. Which locations should the nurse place the stethoscope to assess this area on the client?
 
  1. Intercostal space sixth rib near the sternum.
  2. Intercostal space fourth rib near the axillary line.
  3. Below the scapula.
  4. Near the right clavicle.

[huda]

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 2
The angle of Louis is the horizontal ridge formed by the intersection of the manubrium and the body of the sternum.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 4
The apex of each lung is slightly superior to the inner third of the clavicle whereas the base of each lung rests on the diaphragm.

[schs14]

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[chereeb]

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