The bell of the stethoscope placed at the apex is more useful than the diaphragm for hearing:
A) a pericardial friction rub.
B) high-pitched murmurs.
C) presystolic gallops.
D) systolic ejection sounds.

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Using the bell of the stethoscope at the apex is more useful for hearing low-pitched presystolic gallops. The patient should lie in the supine or left lateral recumbent position.

The Bell of the Stethoscope Placed at the Apex Is