The nurse is reviewing the admission assessment of a new patient and notes a IV/VI murmur was heard during auscultation of the heart. The nurse anticipates making which assessment?

Palpable thrill that accompanies a loud murmur. A IV/VI murmur is notable for a palpable thrill that accompanies a loud murmur. A I/VI murmur is so quiet it is barely audible. A III/VI murmur is moderately loud but without palpable heave or thrill. A grade VI/VI murmur is so loud it can be heard with the stethoscope off the chest.

The nurse is reviewing the admission assessment of a new patient ...

Category: Physiological Adaptation
Difficulty: 6

Topics: Cardiovascular Communication & Documentation Assessment

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