Before a Patient Gets onto or Off of the Examination

question 8

Short Answer

Before a patient gets onto or off of the examination table or stretcher, the sonographer must make sure it is _____________________________________.

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Definitions:

Ventricular Diastole

The phase of the cardiac cycle when the heart's ventricles relax and fill with blood.

Cardiovascular Assessment

A comprehensive evaluation of the heart and blood vessels' function and health.

Cardiac Auscultation

The process of listening to the sounds of the heart using a stethoscope as part of a medical examination.

Intercostal Space

The physical gap between two adjacent ribs, which contains muscles, nerves, and blood vessels.