Asked by Kathryna Alexis on May 12, 2024
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The nurse is preparing to conduct a cardiovascular assessment of a 5-year-old.Which of the following heart sounds would be considered normal?
A) S3
B) Bruit
C) Thrill
D) Click
Cardiovascular Assessment
A comprehensive evaluation of the heart and blood vessels' function and health, often involving physical examination, blood tests, and imaging studies.
Heart Sounds
Noises generated by the beating heart and the resultant flow of blood through it, which can be normal or indicative of heart disease, often heard with a stethoscope.
Bruit
A blowing or swishing sound created by turbulence of blood flow.
- Acknowledge normal and abnormal cardiovascular findings in children.
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Learning Objectives
- Acknowledge normal and abnormal cardiovascular findings in children.
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