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8 Αυγ 2023 · Water hammer pulse is a physical exam finding that describes a bounding, forceful pulse with a rapid upstroke and descent. It is seen in many physiological and pathological conditions but is most often associated with aortic regurgitation.
19 Σεπ 2024 · A bounding pulse is a forceful or exaggerated heartbeat felt over an artery in the arms, legs, feet, or neck. Most causes of bounding pulses are normal compensatory responses of the heart. They include fever, anxiety, pregnancy, exercise, anemia, and hyperthyroidism.
The carotid pulse is characterized by a smooth, relatively rapid upstroke and a smooth, more gradual downstroke, interrupted only briefly at the pulse peak. These palpable pulsatile changes in the carotid arterial diameter are virtually identical to the intraluminal pressure pulse.
Atherosclerotic plaque detection by carotid ultrasound provides cardiovascular disease risk stratification. The advantages and disadvantages of two-dimensional (2D) and three-dimensional (3D) ultrasound methods for carotid arterial plaque quantification are reviewed.
12 Αυγ 2020 · Causes. Symptoms. When to see a doctor. Diagnosis and treatment. Prevention. What is a bounding pulse? A bounding pulse is a pulse that feels as though your heart is pounding or racing. Your...
Assessment of the carotid arteries involves auscultation followed by palpation. This assessment provides information about cardiac function and the quality of blood flow through the artery. Unobstructed blood flow is silent, whereas partial obstruction of blood flow (due to. carotid stenosis.
CARDIOVASCULAR ASSESSMENT INTRODUCTION. Learning Objectives. Perform a cardiovascular assessment, including heart sounds; apical and peripheral pulses for rate, rhythm, and amplitude; and skin perfusion (color, temperature, sensation, and capillary refill time) Identify S1 and S2 heart sounds. Differentiate between normal and abnormal heart sounds.
