Right ventricular hypertrophy often produces a systolic thrust that can be felt and seen near which of the following?

a. Lower left border of the sternum
b. Upper right border of the sternum
c. Left fifth intercostal space, midclavicular line
d. Lower right border of the sternum

ANS: A
Right ventricular hypertrophy, a common manifestation of chronic lung disease, often produces a systolic thrust called a heave that is felt and possibly visualized near the lower left sternal border.

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