Next, we evaluate precordial movement, and I feel movement in two areas, I feel at the apex and also at the mid left sternal edge. The apical movement is in the normal position. Let's now evaluate its contour by placing a cotton swab on the apical impulse and concurrently using a timing device, the carotid vessel, so we can identify systole. Let's all look together. [Cut-away]
Choose the best description of the contour of the apical impulse in our patient: