Fig 1.0 â The structure of the peritoneum and the peritoneal cavity. Note how the visceral layer invaginates to cover the organs. The peritoneal cavity is a potential space between the parietal and visceral peritoneum.It contains only a thin film of peritoneal fluid, which consists of water, electrolytes, leukocytes and antibodies. The fluid serves two main functions: 1  It acts as a lubricant, enabling free movement of the abdominal viscera.he peritoneal cavity is not completely closed in females. The abdominal ostia of the uterine tubes opens into the peritoneal cavity providing a potential pathway between the female genital tract and the peritoneum.
0 Hi all. I know that the Apical Pulse or PMI or mitral valve or whatever you want to call it is located at the left 5th intercostal space, midclavicular line.
If the apical rate is regular, you can usually determine an accurate rate in 30 seconds. When the apical pulse is irregular, it is best to count for at least 1 minute to obtain an accurate rate.1. Determining an apical pulse involves locating the point of maximal impulse (PMI), placing the bell or diaphragm of your stethoscope at this site, and listening for 1 minute.hen they cannot palpate peripheral pulses, they use a Doppler ultrasound stethoscope to confirm the presence or absence of the pulse. A normal adult pulse rate ranges from 60 to 100 beats per minute. It is usually slightly faster in women and more rapid in infants and children.