A paramedic is palpating a patient's chest at the fifth intercostal space and can feel the hearts apical impulse. What is the most correct term for this location?

a. A murmur spot
b. An S1 heart sound location
c. An S2 heart sound location
d. Point of maximum impulse

Answer: d. Point of maximum impulse

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