APICAL PULSE 🫀🩺 What is it? → An apical pulse is when we listen to the pulse of the patient with a stethoscope at the apex of the heart. →It’s best to listen for 60 seconds to obtain the most accurate assessment Where do we auscultate? → 5th intercostal space, midclavicular line on the left side Why & When do we check an apical pulse? → It’s always a good idea to check, even if your patient has no underlying cardiac issues! → Most commonly, though, we check if there is a weak or irregular radi