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Which valve is primarily involved in Aortic Stenosis?
Which valve is primarily involved in Aortic Stenosis?
- Tricuspid Valve
- Mitral Valve
- Aortic Valve (correct)
- Pulmonary Valve
Where is the best place to auscultate the second heart sound (S2)?
Where is the best place to auscultate the second heart sound (S2)?
- Right side of chest, 4th intercostal space
- Left side of chest, 3rd intercostal space (correct)
- Left side of chest, 5th intercostal space
- Right side of chest, 2nd intercostal space
What is the characteristic of the second heart sound (S2) in Aortic Stenosis?
What is the characteristic of the second heart sound (S2) in Aortic Stenosis?
- Single S2 (A2 and P2 close at the same time)
- Wide Split S2 (A2 approaches P2)
- Normal Split S2 (A2 and P2 are separate)
- Narrow Split S2 (A2 approaches P2) (correct)
What happens to the timing of A2 in Aortic Stenosis if left untreated?
What happens to the timing of A2 in Aortic Stenosis if left untreated?
What is the recommended treatment for calcified stenosed aortic valve?
What is the recommended treatment for calcified stenosed aortic valve?
Which valve closures characterize the second heart sound (S2)?
Which valve closures characterize the second heart sound (S2)?
Where is the best place to auscultate the second heart sound (S2)?
Where is the best place to auscultate the second heart sound (S2)?
What is the characteristic of the split in the second heart sound (S2)?
What is the characteristic of the split in the second heart sound (S2)?