Exam 2) NURS 242 Exam 2: Questions & Answers: Latest Updated Guide

When describing the pattern of a murmur, what does it mean for a murmur to crescendo? (Ans- The murmur is getting louder due to an increase in blood velocity. When describing the pattern of a murmur, what does it mean for a murmur to decrescendo? (Ans- The murmur is getting softer due to a decrease in blood velocity. When describing the pattern of a murmur, what does it mean for a murmur to plateau? (Ans- The murmur has constant intensity. What is the classification system of the intensity of a murmur? (AnsGrade I- Barely audible in quiet room Grade II- Quiet but clearly audible Grade III- Moderately loud Grade IV- Loud, associated with thrill Grade V-Very loud, thrill easily palpable Grade VI- Very loud, audible with stethoscope not in contact with chest, thrill palpable and visibleWhat are three ways to describe the quality of a murmur? (AnsHarsh Raspy Machine-like Vibratory Musical Blowing The presence of early, soft physiologic murmurs can be caused by what in older adult patients? (AnsAortic lengthening Torturosity Sclerotic changes Murmur with a low-frequency diastolic rumble, often caused by childhood rheumatic fever or a cardiac infection. (Ans- Mitral Valve Stenosis