Valve Disorder Core Flashcards
1
Q
What is regurgitation
A
Insufficiency and chamber dilation caused by a floppy, leaky valve
2
Q
What is stenosis
A
Narrowed valve lumen causing increased pressure and chamber hypertrophy
3
Q
When can Right sided defects be heard
A
Inspiration
4
Q
When can left sided valve defects be hears
A
Expiration
5
Q
What nemonic can be used to remember the valve and when it is best heard
A
RILE
RIGHT = INSPIRATION (Pul/Tricuspid)
LEFT = EXPIRATION (Mitral/Aortic)
