Cardiac

Question 1

Cardiac

Answer 1

1. Inspect anterior chest
   
   • Precordium for Pulsations or lifts
2. Palpate for tenderness
3. Palpate of the PMI
   Auscultation Heart Sounds for S1(apical) & S2 (pulmonic) in all areas bell and diaphragm
4. What is the rate & rhythm
   -Aortic - Tricuspid
   - Pulmonic - Mitral Apical HR 60 secs
   - Erbs Point
5. Visualize jugular vein & Distention & Pulsations
6. Assess for capillary refill
7. Assess for edema
8. Assess pulses describe rate & quality (0 to +4)
   -Radial -Popliteal
   -Brachial -Dorsal Pedialis
   -Femoral Posterior Tibial