Cardiac History and Physical Exam Flashcards
1
Q
most common reason for ED visits
A
CP
2
Q
Usual common distribution of pain w/ myocardial ischemia
A
Neck, sternum, radiating to medial L arm
3
Q
Less common sites of pain w/ myocardial ischemia
A
Medial R arm, jaw, epigastrium, back
4
Q
common causes of chest pain
A
- Musculoskeletal pain
- Pericarditis
- Pneumonia
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease
5
Q
What exacerbates pericarditis?
A
generally exacerbated by a cough or deep breath and by change in position
