To Auscultate for S3 or S4 Gallops in the Mitral

Multiple Choice

To auscultate for S3 or S4 gallops in the mitral area, the nurse listens with the

A) bell of the stethoscope with the patient in the left lateral position.
B) bell of the stethoscope with the patient sitting and leaning forward.
C) diaphragm of the stethoscope with the patient in a reclining position.
D) diaphragm of the stethoscope with the patient lying flat on the left side.