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Advanced Cardiovascular Assessment - NRSG 3323 -
Exam 3 questions with correct answers
As a general guideline, how should the patient be for an advanced
cardiovascular assessment? Correct Answer-properly undressed and in a
gown


A method of directing light from an adjustable lamp at a right angle to
the area being observed Correct Answer-Tangential Lighting


What is the purpose of tangential lighting? Correct Answer-To direct
light to an area for observation - creates more shadows and makes
pulsations and slight movements more visible (especially in the neck)


What conditions are required to perform adequate auscultation? Correct
Answer-A quiet exam room


What is the general sequence for a cardiac exam? Correct Answer-
inspection --> palpation --> Auscultation (percussion not routinely
performed)


If someone is cold and shivering, what should be done to make the exam
more comfortable and get adequate results? Correct Answer-Warm the
stethoscope and room

, What is the precordium? Correct Answer-the portion of the body over
the heart and lower thorax, encompassing the aortic, pulmonic, tricuspid,
apical area, and Erb's point


Mnemonic for sequence of inspection/auscultation of the precordium
Correct Answer-A PET Mouse
Aortic
Pulmonic
Erb's Point
Tricuspid
Mitral


Location to Auscultate - Aortic? Correct Answer-2nd ICS to the right
sternal border


Location to Auscultate - Pulmonic? Correct Answer-2nd ICS to the left
sternal border


Location to Auscultate - Erb's point? Correct Answer-3rd ICS to the left
sternal border


Location to Auscultate - Tricuspid? Correct Answer-4th ICS to the
lower left sternal border

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