In auscultating for the presence of a carotid artery bruit, the nurse places the bell of the stethoscope at which location? (HOT-SPOT)

To auscultate for the presence of a carotid artery bruit, the nurse should place the bell of the stethoscope over the carotid artery. The carotid artery is located on either side of the neck, running parallel to the trachea. Place the bell of the stethoscope lightly over the carotid artery, just below the angle of the jaw, where the artery is superficial and more accessible.