OPETA: Cardiovascular Exam

Cardiovascular Exam	Online PETA Home
View Entire Video Primary exam Preparation Pulse and Blood Pressure Inspection Carotid Pulsations The Precordium Stethoscope Tutorial Auscultation with the Diaphragm Auscultation with the Bell Special Considerations Be able to identify the significance of a positive finding of any of these tests Irregular Pulse Auscultation for Bruits Jugular Venous Pressure S3 and Mitral Murmurs Aortic Insufficiency Special Considerations for a Female Patient	Special Consideration: Jugular Venous Pressure Position on exam table starting with head elevated 30 degrees Use tangential lighting Identify jugular venous pulse (distinct from carotid pulse) Adjust bed angle as needed Measure distance of pulse above sternal angle
ONLINE PHYSICAL EXAM TEACHING ASSISTANT	The UF College of Medicine Harrell Center

Cardiovascular Exam