Cardiovascular Assessment Class 11

Abnormal pulsations include lifts and heaves.

Palpation helps detect the presence of abnormal pulsations that may not be visible.

They may indicate conditions such as hypertrophy or heart failure.

<p>It is crucial for identifying potential cardiac problems early.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The clinician should visually inspect and palpate the pericardium carefully.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Systole is the period in which the ventricles of the heart contract.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Diastole is the period in which the ventricles relax and fill with blood.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>S3 is common in children and young adults, while S4 is typically heard in many older adults.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>During systole, the ventricles contract to pump blood out of the heart.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Understanding these phases is crucial for diagnosing heart conditions and ensuring proper cardiac function.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A bruit is a blowing or swishing sound that indicates turbulent blood flow.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Bruit is commonly developed in older adults.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Narrowing of the arterial lumen and anemia can lead to the development of a bruit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hyperthyroidism elevates cardiac output, which can lead to increased blood flow turbulence, resulting in a bruit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The presence of a bruit indicates turbulent blood flow, often due to vascular abnormalities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The anterior axillary line.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The fifth intercostal space.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Percussion is carried out toward the sternum.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Percussion helps to assess underlying structures in the thoracic cavity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Wafaa Hassan.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The distension of external neck veins occurs due to increased venous return and reduced gravity effects when a person is lying down.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>In an upright position, gravity pulls blood downwards, reducing venous return and causing the veins to collapse or become less visible.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>When standing, there is a decreased venous return, leading to reduced pressure in the external neck veins and less visibility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Body position can change the hydrostatic pressure in veins, where lying down increases pressure and visibility, while standing decreases it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Observing neck vein visibility can indicate a patient's fluid status and venous pressure, informing medical decision-making.</p> Signup and view all the answers