Auscultation of the Anterior Lungs

POINTS TO REMEMBER:
1. Lung sounds are high-pitched sounds so use the diaphragm of the stethoscope and remember to press firmly over the area 
2. Auscultate from apex to the base going from side to side.

Click on the link below to watch a flash movie on auscultation of the anterior lungs

auscultate anterior lungs