General Physical Examination Quiz!

Can be taken at the Radial artery, Carotid artery, and Brachial Artery.

Evaluate the rate and rhythm.

Echo

In the Carotid or Brachial artery, also evaluate amplitude and contour.

Hypothyroidism

Hypoglycemia

Malnutrition/Starvation

Prolonged exposure to cold.

Hyperthyroidism

Hypodroxia

Breathe deeply.

Palpate the fingertips.

Raise patient's arm until the brachial artery is at heart level.

Keep pressure of cuff up until visible pressure showing on carotid artery.

Estimate the systolic pressure first by palpating the radial artery, noting its disappearance when the cuff is inflated.

Length of Diaphragm

Rate

Depth of Diaphragm

Rhythm

Depth of Breath

Effort of Breathing

Length of Breath

Normal rate 14 - 20 breaths per minute