Pulses Flashcards
1
Q
Where is a slow-rising pulse with a plateau found
A
aortic stenosis
2
Q
In what conditions can you have a collapsing pulse?
A
- Aortic regurgitation
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Hyperkinetic (anaemia, Thyrotoxic, fever, exercise/pregnancy)
3
Q
What is pulsus parodoxus?
A
A greater than normal (10mmHg) fall in systolic BP during inspiration (also a drop in pulse wave amplitude.)
4
Q
In what conditions is pulsus paradoxus seen?
A
- Asthma/COPD
- Cardiac Tamponade
- Pericarditis
5
Q
What is pulsus alterans and in what condition is it seen?
A
A regular alternation of the force of the arterial pulse
Severe LVF with poor prognosis.
6
Q
What is a Bisferiens Pulse and what condition is it seen in?
A
A “Double Pulse” - two systolic peaks.
Mixed aortic valve disease (AR + AS)
If P>T - AR>AS
If T>P - AS>AR
