Which of the Following Is True About Palpation of the Cardiovascular

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about palpation of the cardiovascular system?

• A) The PMI should be palpated within a 2-centimeter radius.
• B) Both carotid arteries should be palpated gently and simultaneously to determine a balance of flow.
• C) Palpating a thrill around the aorta may indicate left ventricular hypertrophy.
• D) It is important to note pitting edema of the extremities, as this may indicate heart failure.

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Definitions:

Equilibrium Quantity

The quantity of goods or services at which supply equals demand, leading to market stability.

Equilibrium Price

The price at which the quantity of a good or service demanded by consumers equals the quantity supplied by producers, leading to a stable market condition.

Equilibrium Quantity

The quantity of goods or services supplied is equal to the quantity demanded at the market equilibrium price.

Demand Increases

A situation wherein there is a rise in the quantity of a product or service sought after by consumers at a given price level.