Palpation?
apex beat (below left nipple)
thrills and heaves
What is the first step after Hx noted and observing?
Capillary refill time (2-3secs)
Auscultation of HR?
100-160
palpate brachial pulse - should be the same
What sounds are bad?
whooshing or swishing
Which areas of the heart should you auscultate?
pulmonary (R 2IS)
aortic (L 2IS)
tricuspid (L 4IS sternum)
mitral (L 5IS)
coarctation (back)
femoral pulses?
creases in groin
do brachial too
How do we feel the liver?
flex the right leg, palpate up the right side