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    Wgu rn hesi health assessment proctored exam

    When assessing heart sounds of a client with rheumatic valvular heart disease, where should the nurse place the stethoscope to auscultate the tricuspid valve?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Left fourth intercostal space next to left sternal border: This is the correct location for auscultating the tricuspid valve, where the tricuspid heart sound is best heard. B. Second right intercostal space: This is the location for auscultating the aortic valve, not the tricuspid valve. C. Third left intercostal space: This is the location for the pulmonic valve. D. Left fifth intercostal space, midclavicular line: This is the location for auscultating the mitral valve.

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