CLINICAL SKILLS S5 OSCE - AORTIC STENOSIS Flashcards

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Aortic stenosis inspection

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  • Acutely ill, respiratory distress (LHF)
  • Surgical scars, apical pulsation
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Aortic stenosis palpation

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  • Brachial pulse (tachycardia, regular rhythm, low volume, anacrotic)
  • Apex beat (pressure-loaded, hyperdynamic)
  • Thrills and heaves (RSB thrill, heave due to pressure-load)
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Aortic stenosis auscultation

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  • Time with carotids
  • Normal position, diaphragm + bell, S1+S2+S4, crescendo decrescendo systolic
  • Bell at carotid (radiation)
  • Lean forward, exhale (ejection systolic @ RSB)
  • Lung bases, inspire (crackles)
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