Free NCLEX RN Practice Test Practice Question

The nurse is auscultating the apical pulse over the PMI (point of maximum impact). Which heart sounds would be audible?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: S1 (mitral/tricuspid closure) and S2 (aortic/pulmonic closure) are normally audible at the PMI. S3 and S4 are less common and indicate pathology.

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