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Cardiac Examination Positions and Techniques

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What is considered elevated venous pressure above normal levels?

Less than 9 cm above the right atrium

Less than 4 cm above the sternal angle

More than 4 cm above the sternal angle (correct)

Exactly 9 cm above the right atrium

Which condition might be indicated by increased venous pressure according to the text?

Deep vein thrombosis

Constrictive pericarditis (correct)

Atrial fibrillation

Hypertension

What is a distinguishing feature of carotid artery pulsations compared to internal jugular vein pulsations?

Eliminated by light pressure

Relatively soft and rapid

Not palpable

Level unaffected by position changes (correct)

How do the pulsations of carotid artery differ from internal jugular vein pulsations when pressure is applied?

They remain unchanged Signup and view all the answers

Why is it advised not to press both carotid arteries at the same time, according to the text?

To avoid inducing syncope Signup and view all the answers

What useful information can be obtained by assessing the carotid pulse?

Detecting issues with the aortic valve Signup and view all the answers

'Amplitude' in relation to the carotid pulse corresponds well with what parameter according to the text?

'Cardiac output' Signup and view all the answers

Which position is recommended for assessing the carotid pulse?

$30° upright angle$ Signup and view all the answers

'Orthopnea' is a condition where breathing difficulties are relieved by what action?

$Lying flat$ Signup and view all the answers

'Syncope' refers to a sudden __________ loss of consciousness.

$Brief$ Signup and view all the answers

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Questions and Answers

What is considered elevated venous pressure above normal levels?

Which condition might be indicated by increased venous pressure according to the text?

What is a distinguishing feature of carotid artery pulsations compared to internal jugular vein pulsations?

How do the pulsations of carotid artery differ from internal jugular vein pulsations when pressure is applied?

Why is it advised not to press both carotid arteries at the same time, according to the text?

What useful information can be obtained by assessing the carotid pulse?

'Amplitude' in relation to the carotid pulse corresponds well with what parameter according to the text?

Which position is recommended for assessing the carotid pulse?

'Orthopnea' is a condition where breathing difficulties are relieved by what action?

'Syncope' refers to a sudden __________ loss of consciousness.

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