questions with correct answers
Normal Jugular Venous Pressure Correct Answer-Less than 5cm
Causes of abnormal jugular venous pressure Correct Answer--
R.I.C.C.S.
- RV failure
- Cardiac Tamponade
- Constrictive pericarditis
- SVC obstruction
- Increased intrathoracic pressure (PEEP, Cough)
Assessing Mental Acuity of Chest Pain Patient Correct Answer--
alertness
- orientation
- clarity of speech
- ability to follow commands
- anxiousness/restlessness
- different than before?
Physical appearance of chest pain patient Correct Answer-- struggling
- diaphoretic
- dyspnea
- skin color
, - posture: sitting upright, unwilling to lie down, and motions towards
chest
Identify the components of a routine inspection of chest pain patient
Correct Answer-- check fingertips and nail beds for capillary refill and
clubbing
- check head and neck in eyes: Xanthoma & Corneal Arcus
- check for JVD
Normal resting pulse pressure Correct Answer-40 mmHg
Does a widening pulse pressure increase risk of cardiovascular disease?
Correct Answer-Yes
Caused By:
Atherosclerosis
Arteriovenous fistula
Chronic aortic regurgitation
Thyroidtoxicosis
Fever
Anemia
Cushing's triad
Equate 4mm of moderate indentation that takes 10-15 seconds to
disappear with how much pitting edema is present Correct Answer-2+
(Depth of Indentation Divided by 2 = Scale)