When Listening to Her Heart, the Doctor Notices That Maria

question 21

Multiple Choice

When listening to her heart, the doctor notices that Maria has a swishing sound immediately after the first heart sound is heard. Which of the following is correct?

• A) She has a heart murmur.
• B) The sound occurs immediately after the AV valves close.
• C) Maria may have an incompetent valve.
• D) The sound is generated by the leakage of blood through a poorly closed valve.
• E) All of the items are possible.

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