The nurse wants to assess the apex of a patient's right lung. In which location should the nurse place the stethoscope?
A) Intercostal space, sixth rib near the sternum
B) Intercostal space, fourth rib near the axillary line
C) Below the scapula
D) Near the right clavicle
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