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How do you evaluate the arterial system of a patient during a Cardiovascular exam?
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Pulse and BP
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How do you evaluate the venous system of a patient during a Cardiovascular exam?
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Jugular pulse & Varicose veins
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An abnormal Jugular pulse is an indication to perform what test?
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Hepatojugular Reflux test
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What finding indicates a positive result for the Hepatojugular Reflux test?
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If the jugular pulse increases by more than 1cm after releasing pressure on the liver (this indicates a liver problem)
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What is a normal pulse rate?
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50-90 BPM (+/- 10)
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Pulse pressure (systolic - diastolic) should be within what range?
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30-50
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What is the normal range for BP?
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120/80
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A difference in BP of 10 mmHg from side to side or supine to standing is an abnormal finding known as what?
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Orthostatic Hypotension
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Orthostatic Hypotension may be caused by what common condition?
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Dehydration
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What is the most common cause of Pulsus tardis (delayed pulse)?
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Aortic stenosis
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Describe Pulsus Parvis...
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Small, weak pulse with small amplitude
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Large, bounding pulse; normally present with high fever after exercise with high BP.....
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Pulsus Magus
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Irregular heart beat that occur in "pairs" at an irregular rate....
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Bigeminal Pulse
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Irregular heart beat that occur in "triads" at an irregular rate.....
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Trigeminal Pulse
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Describe Pulsus Alternans....
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Strong beat followed by a weak beat (cyclical), usually associated with CHF
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