Medical Examination Principles and Systemic Examination Quiz
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What is the first step of the systemic examination?

  • Observing distress signs (correct)
  • Examining the surrounding environment
  • Checking the patient's dysmetria
  • Assessing dysmorphic features
  • What is the purpose of checking the pulse volume during examination?

  • To identify peripheral pulsation
  • To determine the pulse rhythm
  • To assess the pulse rate
  • To differentiate aortic regurgitation and aortic stenosis (correct)
  • In cardiac diagnosis, what does an inverted J sign indicate?

  • Valvar lesion (correct)
  • Pulmonary hypertension
  • Sinus rhythm
  • Heart failure
  • Which condition is associated with a large pulse volume?

    <p>Aortic regurgitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does an irregular rhythm in the pulse indicate during examination?

    <p>Coarctation of aorta</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a small pulse volume suggest during examination?

    <p>Coarctation of aorta</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a pulse pressure less than 40 indicate during blood pressure measurement?

    <p>Aortic stenosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the acronym 'JVP' stand for?

    <p>Jugular Vein Pulsation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the acronym 'POLIC HJR', what does 'HJR' stand for?

    <p>Hepatojugular Reflux</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal position of a patient for respiratory system examination?

    <p>45 degree angle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is indicated by 'bradypnea'?

    <p>Slow breathing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the absence of abdominal movement during respiration indicate?

    <p>Massive ascites and peritonitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'CMR' stand for in the context of abdominal examination?

    <p>Circumferential Movement Ratio</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might a bulge in the right hypochondrium indicate during abdominal examination?

    <p>Hepatomegaly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'CM' stand for in the context of abdominal examination?

    <p>Central Movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'P2' in chest palpation refers to what specific sensation?

    <p>Palpable thrill</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of 'LTR' in the context of chest auscultation?

    <p>Location Timing Respiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

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