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Palpate Apical Pulse. Use palpation to confirm the characteristics of the apical impulse palpation is also valuable for detecting thrills and the ventricular movements. It can be very difficult to feel an apical pulse especially in women where breast tissue may lie over the pulse. Put the earpiece of the stethoscope in the ear with dominant hand. This rotation turns the left ventricle posteriorly and makes it difficult to palpate.
The apical pulse is a pulse site on the left side of the chest over the pointed end or apex of the heart. Find the pulse using the steps above. A stethoscope may be easier for this purpose. The apical pulse can be taken by touch or by using a stethoscope. Use palpation to confirm the characteristics of the apical impulse palpation is also valuable for detecting thrills and the ventricular movements. The intersection of the midclavicular line and intercostal space is where the apical pulse can be felt.
A stethoscope may be easier for this purpose.
A stethoscope may be easier for this purpose. Find the pulse using the steps above. The apex beat lat. Place your hand over the site. A doctor might palpate or listen to the apical pulse when evaluating a person s heart. Put the earpiece of the stethoscope in the ear with dominant hand.