Question

Analyze two important concepts you have learned about auscultation of the chest. Explain how you apply these concepts into practice of patients on the unit or in the community.

Answer 1

#. Important concepts about auscultation :-

- When performing an auscultation for heart rate and rhythm, it is most important to listen:

1. at the base of the heart with the bell

2. to an area above the left nipple with the bell

3. 2 inches below the right nipple with the diaphragm

4. at the fifth intercostal space at the midclavicular line with the diaphragm

5. at the fifth intercostal space at the midclavicular line with the diaphragm

- When auscultation lung sounds, you should:-

1. use the diaphragm of the stethoscope.

2. follow a systematic pattern of stethoscope placement.

I will apply all these concepts into practice of the patients by using these evidence based practice into action while providing care to the community