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What screening method is recommended for identifying cardiac causes of shoulder pain?
What screening method is recommended for identifying cardiac causes of shoulder pain?
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Chest auscultation (correct)
- Blood pressure measurement
- X-ray of the shoulder
In the older adult, pneumonia may manifest as shoulder pain due to:
In the older adult, pneumonia may manifest as shoulder pain due to:
- Influence of nitroglycerin on shoulder pain
- Exacerbation of shoulder symptoms from heart disease
- Increased pressure from the affected lung on the diaphragm (correct)
- Unexplained sweating and chest discomfort
What associated sign may indicate pneumonia in the older adult presenting with shoulder pain?
What associated sign may indicate pneumonia in the older adult presenting with shoulder pain?
- Unexplained sweating
- Nausea
- Back pain
- Confusion (correct)
What should be looked for when screening for cardiac causes of shoulder pain?
What should be looked for when screening for cardiac causes of shoulder pain?
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Shoulder pain associated with myocardial infarction typically starts:
Shoulder pain associated with myocardial infarction typically starts:
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