When an Examiner Presses on the Liver and Elicits Hepato-Jugular

question 43

Multiple Choice

When an examiner presses on the liver and elicits hepato-jugular reflux, which of the following conditions is likely?

• A) Left ventricular failure
• B) Right ventricular failure
• C) Hepatomegaly
• D) Pulmonary edema

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Definitions:

Shortness of Breath

A condition where an individual experiences a feeling of not being able to breathe well enough, also known as dyspnea.

Vital Signs

The essential measurements of body function, including temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure, indicating the state of a patient's essential bodily functions.

Orthostatic Hypotension

A type of hypotension that occurs upon rising from a seated or prone position, leading to feelings of dizziness or faintness.

Apical Rate

The heart rate as measured at the apex of the heart, which provides a more accurate assessment of heart beats per minute.