Auscultation

Question 1. Write a short note on the triangle of auscultation.
Answer.

Triangle of Auscultation Location

The back of the thorax is near the inferior angle of the scapula.

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Triangle of Auscultation Boundaries

Medial:

Lateral border of trapezius muscle.

Lateral:

Medial border of the scapula.

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Inferior:

Upper border of latissimus dorsi muscle.

Floor:

Sixth and 7th intercostal spaces and rhomboideus major muscle.

Triangle of Auscultation Applied Anatomy

Respiratory sounds from the apex of the lower lobe of the lung can be heard over this triangle.
Sounds of swallowed liquids may be auscultated over this triangle.

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