ACSM Personal Trainer

Category - Initial Client Consultation and Assessment

What is the importance of the intercostal space between the true ribs?
  1. Locates correct placement for electrocardiography electrodes
  2. Locates correct placement of hands during cardio-pulmonary resuscitation
  3. Locates correct placement for performing a tracheotomy
  4. This intercostal space has no more significance than the other intercostal spaces
Explanation
Answer: A - The intercostal space between the true ribs is important because it locates the correct placement for electrocardiography electrodes. The correct placement is located in the 4th and 5th intercostal spaces.
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