Pulse

Question 1

Types of pulse based on volume/amplitude

Answer 1

Hyperkinetic pulse

Hypokinetic pulse

Question 2

Hyperkinetic pulse imp. Features

Answer 2

#Amplitude of upstroke increases
#High cardiac output and low peripheral resistance 
#Dicrotic wave becomes less prominent 
#complete heart block....high volume but low cardiac output(exception)

Question 3

Causes of water hammer pulse

Answer 3

When we have 2 outlets to aorta

Question 4

Conditions causing water hammer pulse

Answer 4

Aortic regurgitation
Aortic sinus rupture
Aorto pulmonary window
Patent ductous arteriosus

Question 4

Conditions causing water hammer pulse

Answer 4

Aortic regurgitation
Aortic sinus rupture
Aorto pulmonary window
Patent ductous arteriosus

Question 5

Wat is corrigans or water hammer pulse

Answer 5

Very rapid or brisk upstroke of carotid pulse when felt in association with a large amplitude pulse with rapid descent