During the assessment of a person's respiratory status, the nurse locates the manubrium and the body of the sternum. What is this also called?

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The manubrium and body of the sternum are landmarks used to identify the angle of Louis, also known as the sternal angle. This is an important landmark for counting ribs and locating other structures in the chest. The mid-axillary line and intercostal spaces refer to other areas of the chest wall, while the xiphoid process is located at the bottom of the sternum.

During the Assessment of a Person's Respiratory Status, the Nurse